Italian Meatball Burgers Recipe

Name: Italian Meatball Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 (1.5-ounce) frozen ciabatta rolls with rosemary and olive oil; 8 ounces sweet turkey Italian sausage; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pound ground sirloin; Cooking spray; 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp provolone cheese; 6 large basil leaves; 6 tablespoons lower-sodium marinara sauce

Servings: persons

6 (1.5-ounce) frozen ciabatta rolls with rosemary and olive oil
8 ounces sweet turkey Italian sausage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound ground sirloin
Cooking spray
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp provolone cheese
6 large basil leaves
6 tablespoons lower-sodium marinara sauce

1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2
Bake rolls according to package directions. Split rolls.
3
Remove casings from sausage. Combine sausage, chopped basil, and next 5 ingredients (through ground sirloin) in a medium bowl. Divide beef mixture into 6 equal portions with moist hands, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Press thumb in center of each patty, leaving a nickel-sized indentation.
4
Place patties on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 6 minutes. Turn patties over; grill 2 minutes. Sprinkle cheese evenly over patties, and grill 6 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160u00b0. Remove from grill; let stand 5 minutes.
5
Place 1 basil leaf on bottom half of each roll; top each with 1 patty, 1 tablespoon marinara sauce, and roll top.
6
This updated version of Italian Meatball Burgers is based on a recipe that originally ran in
7
, August 2007. The recipe was retested and updated for
8
, Oxmoor House, 2013.

1531

kcal

Calories

160

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 (1.5-ounce) frozen ciabatta rolls with rosemary and olive oil, 8 ounces sweet turkey Italian sausage, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano, and more.

Yes, Italian Meatball Burgers falls under the Meat & Poultry 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 Meatball Burgers

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