Breaded Crispy Pizza Burger–w/Italian Sausage! Episode 59 RECIPE Written Below

RECIPE WRITTEN IN DESCRIPTION BOX

MAKES 6 PIZZA BURGERS

BURGER MIXTURE:

* 2 POUNDS MILD ITALIAN SAUSAGE

*. 2 EGGS

*. 1 CUP PANKO BREAD CRUMBS

* 1/2 CUP PIZZA SAUCE

*. 1/4 CUP PARMESAN CHEESE-OPTIONAL

* 1/2 teaspoon Basil – OPTIONAL

*. 1/2 teaspoon Oregano – OPTIONAL

*. 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning -OPTIONAL

Mix well. Divide into 12 equal patties.

Press into thin patties (Use a burger press if you have one.) Press onto either parchment paper, wax paper or plastic wrap sprayed with Pam non-stick spray to make that process easier)

* 6-12 slices of Smoked Provolone Cheese

Place 1 or 2 slices of provolone cheese between two Patties and seal edges.

Press panko bread crumbs to outside of each burger.

Place on lined baking sheet and finish the remaining 5 burgers the same method.

Heat 1” of vegetable or peanut oil in deep fryer or electric skillet or pan to 325 degrees.

Fry 4 minutes, or until golden brown. Turn, cook 4-5 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 180-185 in center of burger.

Remove and drain in a wire rack.

Serve on a bun with optional Pizza Sauce on top of the burger.

These freeze beautifully between pieces of parchment paper. You can pack them for tailgating or picnics if you have a fryer or electric skillet available.

Makes 6 burgers

ENJOY!!