Description
Indulge in the savory and cheesy goodness of a Pepperoni Burger Provolone Brioche, a delicious fusion of Italian flavors in burger form. This recipe combines juicy ground beef with spicy pepperoni, gooey Provolone cheese, and rich marinara sauce, all sandwiched between buttery brioche buns.
Ingredients
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Main Burger:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pepperoni
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 slices Provolone cheese
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 1/4 cup pizza or marinara sauce (warmed)
- Optional toppings: fresh basil leaves, sautéed onions or bell peppers
Instructions
- Prepare Burger Patties: Mix ground beef, chopped pepperoni, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Shape into 4 patties.
- Toast Buns: Butter brioche bun halves and toast until golden brown.
- Cook Patties: Grill or cook patties on a skillet until desired doneness. Top with Provolone cheese and extra pepperoni slices to melt.
- Assemble Burgers: Place patties on toasted buns, add marinara sauce, optional toppings, and bun tops. Serve hot.
Notes
- Mixing pepperoni into the beef infuses flavor.
- Brioche buns add a buttery texture.
- For a spicier kick, use hot pepperoni or red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 960 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
