Description
A delicious and towering burger that combines all your pizza favorites!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package pepperoni slices
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large pizza bases or buns
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Burger Patties:
- Preheat your grill or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper and form into 8 patties.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until they reach desired doneness.
- Sauté Onions:
- In a skillet, add olive oil and sauté the sliced onions until caramelized. Set aside.
- Build the Tower:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place a pizza base or bun at the bottom.
- Spread a tablespoon of marinara sauce on the base.
- Place a cooked patty, followed by sautéed onions, mozzarella, cheddar, and pepperoni.
- Repeat layering with remaining ingredients and bases/slices until all are used.
- Top with extra cheese and pepperoni for the final layer.
- Bake:
- Place the assembled tower on a baking tray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Garnish:
- Carefully remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Garnish with chopped scallions.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add Italian seasoning or garlic powder to the ground beef.
- Use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for a balanced cheesy flavor.
- Allow the tower to rest for a few minutes after baking to make slicing easier.
- For added spice, consider using spicy pepperoni or adding red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice