Presto Pizza Patties
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Taste of home mag,
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serves 6 people
Categories: Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 can (8oz.) pizza sauce, divided
- 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 egg whites
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 lb. lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 6 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup pizza sauce, bread crumbs, pepper, onion, egg whites and garlic. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into six oval patties.
- In a nonstick skillet, cook patties over medium heat 4-5 minutes per side or until a thermometer reads 160 degrees.
- Meanwhile, place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush tops with oil; sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Broil 3-4 inches from heat 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Place remaining pizza sauce in a microwave- safe bowl. Microwave, covered, on high for 10-20 seconds. Place patties on toast; top with sauce and cheese.