Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend preferred for juiciness)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pizza sauce (plus more for serving)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- Optional toppings: sliced pepperoni, fresh basil, sliced olives
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Grill or skillet
- Spatula
- Meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
- Baking sheet (if toasting buns)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick off this juicy journey, start by combining the ground beef, shredded mozzarella, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. I love getting my hands in there to really blend everything well. The mixture should be moist and fragrant. Once combined, divide the mixture into four equal portions and form them into patties. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly and avoid the dreaded burger puff. It’s also a great way to trap all that melty cheese! (See the next page below to continue steps…)