{"id":"34e3606e-f7eb-4302-8f48-a0853b40ddb3","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/34e3606e-f7eb-4302-8f48-a0853b40ddb3","source_url":"https://feelslikehomeblog.com/old-school-pizza-burgers-recipe/","title":"Old School Pizza Burgers","description":"These old-school pizza burgers are a nostalgic mix of savory beef, melted cheese, and rich pizza sauce layered on toasted buns. They’re baked until golden and bubbly for that classic cafeteria-style flavor everyone remembers. You’ll love how quick and easy they are to make for busy nights or casual get-togethers.","servings":16,"servings_text":"16","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT8M","total_time":"PT28M","image_url":"https://feelslikehomeblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Classic-Pizza-Burgers-square-featured-canva-sized.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 pounds ground beef (as lean as possible)","item":"ground beef","quantity":2,"unit":"lb","preparation":"as lean as possible"},{"text":"2 tablespoons olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"½ cup onion (finely chopped)","item":"onion","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"½ cup bell pepper (any color, finely chopped)","item":"bell pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"any color, finely chopped"},{"text":"15 ounces pizza sauce","item":"pizza sauce","quantity":15,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, if possible)","item":"black pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"freshly ground, if possible"},{"text":"½ teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon dried basil","item":"dried basil","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"8 hamburger buns (or English muffins)","item":"hamburger buns","quantity":8,"preparation":"or English muffins"},{"text":"3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese","item":"shredded mozzarella cheese","quantity":3,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"fresh parsley (or Italian seasoning)","item":"fresh parsley","preparation":"or Italian seasoning"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.  Set aside."},{"number":2,"text":"Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and peppers, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes."},{"number":3,"text":"Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and peppers, breaking up any large clumps. Stirring occasionally, cook until the meat is well-browned throughout.  (Placing a lid on the pan will help the meat cook faster and more evenly.)"},{"number":4,"text":"Drain the excess grease from the skillet and return the pan to the stovetop."},{"number":5,"text":"Add the pizza sauce, black pepper, salt, basil, and garlic powder to the skillet and mix well.  Remove from heat."},{"number":6,"text":"Split the buns (or English muffins) and place each half, face up, on the lined baking sheet. Use a large spoon or measuring cup to scoop ⅓ cup of the seasoned meat onto each half. Top each with 2-3 tablespoons of shredded cheese."},{"number":7,"text":"Bake on the middle rack of your preheated oven for 8-10minutes."},{"number":8,"text":"Let rest for 5 minutes and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or Italian seasoning before serving."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:55:47.178398+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:55:47.178398+00:00"}