Open-Face Italian Hamburgers Recipe

Name: Open-Face Italian Hamburgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground round; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 small sweet red peppers; 1/4 cup fat-free Italian dressing; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 (1/4-inch-thick) slices purple onion; Vegetable cooking spray; 2 (5 1/2-inch) focaccia rounds (Italian flatbread), cut in half horizontally; 12 large spinach leaves; 8 large basil leaves

Servings: persons

1 pound ground round
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 small sweet red peppers
1/4 cup fat-free Italian dressing
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 (1/4-inch-thick) slices purple onion
Vegetable cooking spray
2 (5 1/2-inch) focaccia rounds (Italian flatbread), cut in half horizontally
12 large spinach leaves
8 large basil leaves

1
Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well. Shape mixture into 4 (1/2-inch-thick) patties.
2
Cut peppers in half lengthwise; remove and discard stems, seeds, and membranes.
3
Combine Italian dressing and garlic. Brush pepper halves and onion slices with dressing mixture.
4
Coat grill rack with cooking spray; place on grill over medium-hot coals (350u00b0 to 400u00b0). Place meat patties, pepper halves, and onion slices on rack; grill, covered, 5 minutes on each side or until done, basting occasionally with dressing mixture. Brush focaccia rounds lightly with dressing mixture. Place on grill rack; grill 2 minutes on each side or until lightly toasted.
5
To serve, place focaccia rounds on serving plates; arrange 3 spinach leaves on each. Top each with a meat patty, onion slice, pepper half, and 2 basil leaves.

165

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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: 1 pound ground round, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Open-Face Italian Hamburgers 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!

Open-Face Italian Hamburgers

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