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Open Faced Pizza Burgers Recipe

Open Faced Pizza Burgers Recipe
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Open Faced Pizza Burgers combine the hearty flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the cheesy, saucy goodness of pizza on a toasted English muffin. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner that everyone will love, featuring seasoned ground beef, a blend of three cheeses, and savory pizza sauce baked to melty perfection.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped (approximately 1/2 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste (go easy on salt, because cheese adds saltiness)

Cheese Mixture

  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, shredded or grated

Other Ingredients

  • 1 15-ounce can pizza sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 6 English muffins, cut in half horizontally (12 halves total)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat for easy cleanup.
  2. Cook Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef together with the chopped onion, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste, but keep it light on salt.
  3. Prepare English Muffins: Cut the English muffins in half horizontally. Arrange them cut side up on the prepared cookie sheet.
  4. Pre-Bake Muffins: Place the muffin halves in the oven and bake for 5 minutes. This step helps to toast the muffins and prevents sogginess when sauce is added.
  5. Combine Cheese and Sauce: Remove the cooked ground beef mixture from heat. Stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses with the pizza sauce and oregano until evenly combined.
  6. Assemble Pizza Burgers: Evenly divide the beef and cheese mixture among the 12 muffin halves, spreading it out to cover each piece.
  7. Bake to Melt: Return the assembled pizzas to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the mixture is hot and the cheese has melted beautifully.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce grease but still maintain flavor.
  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
  • Fresh oregano can substitute dried oregano for a brighter herb flavor.
  • Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
  • English muffins can be substituted with thick slices of Italian bread if desired.

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Keywords: pizza burger, open faced pizza burger, easy dinner recipe, ground beef recipe, cheesy pizza, English muffin pizza

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