Pizza Burger Pepperoni Mozzarella

Instructions:

Step 1: In a bowl, mix ground beef with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Form into 4 equal patties.

Step 2: Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Step 3: In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with mozzarella cheese and cover to melt.

Step 4: In a small pan, lightly crisp the pepperoni slices.

Step 5: Toast burger buns in butter until golden.

Step 6: Assemble the burgers: bottom bun, a spoonful of marinara sauce, the cheesy patty, a few pepperoni slices, more marinara if desired, and top bun.

Step 7: Sprinkle with optional Parmesan or red pepper flakes and serve hot.

Storage Information:
Store leftover cooked patties in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat and assemble fresh before serving for best texture and flavor.