PIZZA PATTIES

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To cut preparation at mealtime, mix and shape these patties the night before and refrigerate. If you like lots of sauce, you may want to serve extra spaghetti sauce on the side for dipping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 cup spaghetti sauce
4 sandwich buns, split
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the green pepper, onion and Parmesan cheese. Crumble sausage over mixture and mix just until combined. Shape into four patties. , In a large skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 7-8 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink; drain., Add the spaghetti sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-8 minutes or until heated through. Place a patty on the bottom of each bun; drizzle with spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720 calories, Fat 46g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 1645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.