• 1 1/2 cups (6 oz) Burnett Dairy Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
• 1 cup diced pepperoni
• 3/4 cup pizza sauce, divided
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 pounds lean ground beef (80% lean)
• Salt and pepper
• 1 1/2 cups (6 oz) Burnett Dairy Mozzarella Cheese, cut into six slices
• 6 hamburger buns, split
• Optional Toppings: pepperoni, pickled and bell peppers, red onion and ripe olives

Grease grill grate. Heat grill to medium.

Combine the shredded mozzarella, pepperoni, 1/2 cup pizza sauce and oregano in a large bowl. Crumble ground beef over mixture; mix just until combined. Form into six patties, about 1/3 pound each. Season with salt and pepper.

Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted in patties reads 160°F. Top with mozzarella slices. Cover and cook for 1-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Spread bun bottoms with remaining pizza sauce; top with burgers and toppings if desired. Replace bun tops.
 

Recipe and photo © Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin