Make-Ahead Pizza Burgers Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Pizza Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, minced; 3 stalks celery, minced; 4 pounds ground beef; 1 (32 ounce) bottle ketchup; 1/2 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup; 1/2 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 1/2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano; 1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar; 1/4 cup butter, softened (optional); 36 English muffins, split; 72 slices American cheese, cut into strips

Servings: persons

1 onion, minced
3 stalks celery, minced
4 pounds ground beef
1 (32 ounce) bottle ketchup
1/2 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1/2 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened (optional)
36 English muffins, split
72 slices American cheese, cut into strips

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Place onion and celery into a pot and cover with water; bring to a boil.
3
Simmer until tender, about 3 minutes.
4
Drain.
5
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef until it is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
6
Drain and discard any excess grease.
7
Stir in onion mixture, ketchup, tomato soup, 1/2 can tomato paste, garlic salt, salt, and pepper; set aside to cool.
8
Mix remaining 1 1/2 cans tomato paste, oregano, and sugar in a small bowl.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Butter each English muffin half, then spread with tomato paste mixture.
11
Divide ground beef mixture over each muffin half and top with strips of American cheese.
12
Place open-faced sandwiches on large baking sheets.
13
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese melts, about 15 minutes.

3523

kcal

Calories

281

Fat

Carbs

215

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, minced, 3 stalks celery, minced, 4 pounds ground beef, 1 (32 ounce) bottle ketchup, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead Pizza Burgers falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Make-Ahead Pizza Burgers

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