Ingredients:

  • 12 oz lean ground beef (90/10)
  • 4 oz Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup low sugar marinara sauce
  • 4 slices part skim mozzarella cheese
  • 16 slices turkey pepperoni
  • 4 sourdough buns
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Combine 12 oz ground beef, 4 oz turkey sausage, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a chilled bowl.
  2. Form into 4 equal discs, roughly 3/4 inch thick. Press a small thumbprint into the center of each to prevent them from puffing up into footballs.
  3. Brush sourdough buns with olive oil and toast in a dry pan until the edges are golden and crackling.
  4. Heat your skillet over medium high heat. Add the patties and cook for 3-4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
  5. Flip the burgers. Immediately spoon 2 tablespoons of marinara over each patty.
  6. Place 4 pepperoni slices on top of the sauce, then cover with a slice of mozzarella.
  7. Add a splash of water to the side of the pan and cover with a lid for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is molten and draped.
  8. Place the cheesy patties onto the toasted bun bases.
  9. Sprinkle the fresh basil chiffonade over the cheese.
  10. Let them sit for 2 minutes until the juices settle and the bun absorbs a hint of the sauce.