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### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Patties**:
In a large bowl, mix the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Divide the mixture into 12 even portions and shape them into small patties that will fit on the mini buns. Set aside.
2. **Cook the Patties**:
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and cook the mini burger patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside. Depending on your preference, you can cook them a little longer if you like them more well-done.
3. **Toast the Buns**:
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the mini burger buns. You can do this by brushing them with a small amount of olive oil and placing them cut-side down in a pan over medium heat until golden brown. Alternatively, you can toast them in the oven for a few minutes.
4. **Assemble the Mini Pizza Burgers**:
Once the patties and buns are ready, it’s time to assemble the mini pizza burgers. Place each cooked patty on the bottom half of a toasted mini bun. Top each patty with a spoonful of marinara sauce, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
5. **Melt the Cheese**:
To get the cheese perfectly melted, you can either place the assembled mini pizza burgers under a broiler for 1-2 minutes (watching carefully so it doesn’t burn) or cover the pan with a lid and heat on low until the cheese melts.
6. **Add Toppings**:
Once the cheese is melted, add a slice of pepperoni or any other pizza toppings of your choice (such as mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers). Top with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
7. **Serve**:
Place the top halves of the buns on the mini burgers, and they’re ready to serve! These mini pizza burgers are perfect for sharing, so bring them to your next get-together, or enjoy them as a family meal.
### Tips:
– Customize your mini pizza burgers by adding your favorite pizza toppings, such as cooked sausage, bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
– For a fun twist, try using garlic bread buns or cheesy bread buns instead of traditional mini burger buns for extra flavor.
– Make them even more kid-friendly by leaving out the pepperoni and simply serving them with marinara sauce and cheese.
### Conclusion:
Mini Pizza Burgers are a delightful fusion of two beloved foods—pizza and burgers—into one delicious bite-sized snack. Easy to make, customizable, and perfect for parties or casual meals, these mini burgers are a guaranteed hit with both kids and adults alike. Give this recipe a try and watch how quickly these savory treats disappear from your table!
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