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Nostalgic School Cafeteria Pizza Burgers: Easy Family Dinner Recipe

This Pizza Burger is a nostalgic trip back to school days! Savory meat, zesty sauce, and gooey cheese make it a family favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 can sliced mushrooms drained
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 6 hamburger buns or English muffins

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the Italian sausage and ground beef. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 7-10 minutes.
  2. Once the meat is cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet. Stir in the tomato sauce, drained sliced mushrooms, dried oregano, and garlic salt. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While the oven heats, prepare your hamburger buns or English muffins. Place them on a baking sheet and lightly toast them in the oven.
  4. Spoon a generous amount of the meat mixture onto each bun or muffin half. Top each with a sprinkle of shredded cheese, allowing it to melt beautifully in the oven.
  5. Place the assembled pizza burgers in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Once your pizza burgers are ready, take them out of the oven and let them cool for a minute. Serve them warm with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

  • You can customize the pizza burgers with your favorite toppings.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze the meat mixture for up to 2 months for a quick meal later.