ITALIAN BURGERS

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"My son, Tory, loves my lasagna, which I only make on Christmas," writes Bridgetta Ealy of Pontiac, Michigan. "As a surprise I created this burger, inspired by the lasagna he loves."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
4 green pepper rings
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 slices smoked part-skim mozzarella cheese (1 ounce each)
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
2 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
1/4 cup fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chili sauce, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into two patties; set aside., In a large skillet, cook peppers in oil over medium heat until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, cook burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear, topping each with a pepper ring and cheese slice during the last 3 minutes., Meanwhile, combine ricotta cheese and parsley; spread over bun bottoms. Top with spinach and burgers; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 22g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

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