Italian Burgers

Elevate your burger game with these decadent and flavor-packed Italian Burgers! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of ground beef and pork, Parmesan, Italian breadcrumbs, and aromatic herbs, these patties bring classic Italian flavors to every bite. Topped with gooey melted mozzarella and rich marinara sauce, these burgers are nestled in toasted buns and finished with the fresh, vibrant touch of basil leaves. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re a crowd-pleasing option for weeknight dinners or summer grilling sessions. Whether served with a crisp side salad or roasted potatoes, these gourmet-style burgers will transport your taste buds straight to Italy!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1 unit large egg
• 2 unit garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.75 cup marinara sauce
• 6 slices mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 6 units burger buns
• 6 units fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, Italian breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the patties tender.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick. Use your thumb to press a small indent into the center of each patty; this helps them cook evenly.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the other side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 5

In the last minute of cooking, spoon a couple of tablespoons of marinara sauce over each patty and top with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Cover the skillet or pan with a lid to melt the cheese.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns lightly if desired. Place a cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 7

Garnish the burgers with a fresh basil leaf before placing the top half of the bun on. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1549.4 grams (1549.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3754

Total Fat 212.20g	272%
Saturated Fat 88.70g	444%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 868mg	289%
Sodium 6403mg	278%
Total Carbohydrate 223.70g	81%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 30.40g
Protein 227.30g	455%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 1842mg	142%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 1834mg	39%

*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: 51.4%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 24.1%