1. Preheat the Oven:
– Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Burger Patties:
– In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
– Mix until well combined, then form the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
3. Cook the Patties:
– In a skillet over medium heat, cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
4. Assemble the Pizza Burgers:
– Place the cooked patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
– Spoon marinara sauce over each patty, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and top with pepperoni slices.
5. Bake:
– Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Toast the Buns:
– While the patties are baking, you can toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown.
7. Serve:
– Once the cheese is melted, remove the baking sheet from the oven.
– Place each cheesy patty on a toasted bun and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 4
Enjoy these delicious Open-Faced Pizza Burgers for a fun and satisfying meal!
