Carnivore Italian Pizza Burgers

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Carnivore Italian Pizza Burgers

Ingredients (Serves 4)

Burger Base

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 is best)

  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

  • ½ tsp black pepper (optional)

  • ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

Toppings

  • ½ cup sugar-free pizza sauce or carnivore-friendly tomato-free sauce (optional)

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

  • 12–16 slices pepperoni

  • Extra mozzarella for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

  3. Shape into 4 thick burger patties.

  4. Place patties on a baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.

  5. Bake for 15–18 minutes until mostly cooked.

  6. Remove from oven and top each burger with:

    • Pizza sauce (optional)

    • Mozzarella

    • Parmesan

    • Pepperoni slices

  7. Return to oven and bake 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  8. Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes for golden cheese.

  9. Rest 5 minutes and serve hot.

Air Fryer Option

  • Cook patties at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, flip once.

  • Add toppings and cook 3–5 minutes more until cheese melts.

Tips

  • Use fresh mozzarella for extra stretch.

  • Want extra fat? Add butter under the patties.

  • Make it stricter carnivore by skipping sauce.

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