Italian Burger Melt

Savor the ultimate fusion of Italian flavors and classic comfort food with this irresistible Italian Burger Melt! Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties infused with Italian seasoning and garlic, this recipe layers on the indulgence with gooey melted mozzarella, zesty marinara sauce, and aromatic fresh basil. Sandwiched between golden, garlicky sourdough bread toasted to perfection, this gourmet burger mash-up is elevated by its crispy exterior and rich, cheesy interior. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner, this recipe pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or crunchy chips. Whether you're craving Italian flair or comfort food with a twist, this Italian Burger Melt is guaranteed to be a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese (sliced or shredded)
• 0.5 cup Marinara sauce
• 4 slices Sourdough bread
• 2 tablespoons Butter (softened)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Form into two equal-sized patties, about 3/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly grease with olive oil. Cook the burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Step 3

While the burgers are cooking, prepare the garlic butter by mixing the softened butter with minced garlic in a small bowl.

Step 4

Spread the garlic butter evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

Step 5

Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet.

Step 6

As the bread begins to toast, layer one burger patty, 2 ounces of mozzarella cheese, and 1-2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on top of each bread slice in the skillet.

Step 7

Place the remaining two slices of bread on top of the patties, buttered side up. Press down gently with a spatula.

Step 8

Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 9

Remove the Italian Burger Melt sandwiches from the skillet and carefully open the top slices of bread. Add a basil leaf to each sandwich before reassembling.

Step 10

Cut each sandwich in half (optional) and serve immediately. Enjoy with a side of chips, salad, or roasted vegetables!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	968.3 grams (968.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2370

Total Fat 157.80g	202%
Saturated Fat 68.20g	341%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 484mg	161%
Sodium 3504mg	152%
Total Carbohydrate 113.30g	41%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 7.80g
Protein 123.00g	246%

Vitamin D 70IU	352%
Calcium 1043mg	80%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1401mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 19.2%