Italian Burger Subs Recipe

Name: Italian Burger Subs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 14 lbs ground chuck; 14 lb pancetta, finely chopped; ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (2 oz.); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons ground fennel; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ½ teaspoon salt; 4 slices Fontina cheese; 4 (6 inch) Italian rolls, split; ⅓ cup roasted red pepper; 4 pepperoncini peppers, sliced; 4 slices onions, thinly if desired; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried basil

Servings: persons

1 14 lbs ground chuck
14 lb pancetta, finely chopped
½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (2 oz.)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons ground fennel
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
½ teaspoon salt
4 slices Fontina cheese
4 (6 inch) Italian rolls, split
⅓ cup roasted red pepper
4 pepperoncini peppers, sliced
4 slices onions, thinly if desired
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried basil

1
Place the beef, pancetta, Parmesan cheese, oil, fennel seeds, garlic, pepper and salt in a medium bowl.
2
Gently mix together.
3
Shape into 4 (3/4-inch thick) oval shaped patties, about the size of the buns or slightly larger.
4
Heat the grill or grill pan to medium.
5
Grill for 4-5 min and flip over.
6
Grill for 4-5 min longer, or until the patty is no longer pink in the center.
7
Top each burger with 1 slice of the fontina cheese and grill for 1 min more or until the cheese has melted.
8
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients.
9
Place the rolls, cut side down, on the grill for 30-60 secs or until lightly toasted.
10
Brush each half of each roll with the dressing.
11
Top the burgers with the roasted red peppers, pepperocini and onion.

393

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 14 lbs ground chuck, 14 lb pancetta, finely chopped, ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (2 oz.), 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Italian Burger Subs falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Burger Subs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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