ROME-STYLE PIZZA BURGERS

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon Calabrian chiles, chopped fresh chiles or flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 8 thin slices
4 slices focaccia, split
4 ounces arugula
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Balsamic vinegar, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a griddle or large cast-iron pan over high heat. Add the canola oil and let heat until it begins to shimmer.
  • Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each). Shape each portion with your hands into a round patty, about 1 1/2 inches thick. Use your thumb to make a divot in the center of each burger. Sprinkle both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
  • Put the burgers on the griddle or in the pan, divot-side up. Cook the burgers, flipping once, until golden brown on both sides and cooked to medium doneness, about 8 minutes total.
  • While the burgers cook, combine the tomato sauce, Calabrian chiles, basil and some salt and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until warm, 4 to 5 minutes, then remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Top each burger with 2 slices of the mozzarella. Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the pan and immediately cover tightly with a lid. (If using a griddle, do one at a time and use a sandwich dome or stainless-steel bowl to cover.) Count to 10. Lift lid or dome to make sure that the cheese is totally melted (if not, cover again and count 5 second longer). Transfer the burgers to a plate and loosely tent with foil.
  • Place the burgers on the bottom halves of the focaccia slices. Top with the tomato sauce, arugula, Parmigiano-Reggiano, a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and the top focaccia slices and serve immediately.

Farha Mostafa
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Overall, I thought these pizza burgers were pretty good. They were easy to make and they tasted great. I would definitely make them again.


RAOUF Baig
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These pizza burgers were a bit too messy to eat. I think I would have liked them better if I had used a thicker bun.


Fayazahmed Fayazahmed
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different toppings and it's always delicious. My favorite way to make it is with pepperoni, mushrooms, and onions.


Kelebogile Angela
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These pizza burgers were a bit bland. I think I would have liked them better if I had used more seasonings.


Asma Axmad
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pizza burgers turned out great! The dough was light and fluffy, and the burgers were juicy and flavorful. I loved the combination of pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.


Kirabira Simonrchmon
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These pizza burgers were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. I'll definitely be making them again.


J Phillips
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I've made these pizza burgers a few times now and they're always a hit. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just cook them when I'm ready to eat.


Ebtisam Jrjis
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These pizza burgers were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used leaner ground beef.


Angel Senate
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I love pizza and I love burgers, so I was excited to try this recipe. The pizza burgers were delicious! The dough was crispy and the burgers were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Lovely Vishnu
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These pizza burgers were a fun and easy meal to make. The kids loved them! I used ground turkey instead of beef and they were still delicious.


Mohsin kik
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pizza burgers turned out great! The dough was light and fluffy, and the burgers were juicy and flavorful. I loved the combination of pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.


Danish Danishjan
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These pizza burgers were a bit of a disappointment. The dough was too thick and the burgers were dry. I won't be making these again.


Selma Sulejmani
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I've made these pizza burgers a few times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious. I love that I can customize them with my favorite toppings.


Sodiq Oluode
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These were so easy to make and so delicious! I used pre-made pizza dough to save time, and the burgers cooked up perfectly in my skillet. The whole family loved them.


Keegan Lobo
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I'm not usually a fan of pizza burgers, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors were amazing and the burger was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zubair Zebii
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These pizza burgers were a hit with my family! The combination of pizza flavors and juicy burger patties was irresistible. The dough was easy to work with and cooked perfectly in my skillet. I especially loved the melted cheese and crispy pepperoni o