Guys – these were so good. Even the sous chefs devoured them. I literally ate them standing at the kitchen counter. Whoops. Make them. Tonight. I had just enough Marinara sauce to do nothing with except throw it away or add a smidge to something. I was making cheese stuffed burgers so added it for extra flavor. It did not disappoint. Delish.

Recipe

• 1lb hamburger 
• 1/4 cup marinara
• 1/4 cup chopped herbs – basil, oregano and thyme 
• 1/3 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 tbs Italian seasoning
• 3 fresh low moisture mozzarella slices cut in half (should have 6 smaller pieces)  

Preheat your grill to medium/high heat.

Combine all ingredients except mozzarella and mix well. Let sit for 20 minutes.  

Divide mixture into 4 1/4lb patties – form into a ball and depress the middle, add 2 mozzarella slices and close the ball.

Flatten ball into a burger patty, and grill for 8 minutes or until sides are golden and burger doesn’t stick. Flip and grill for 6 minutes or until patty is cooked through. 

Plate up with a bun, fresh spinach, sliced tomatoes and a dipping sauce of Marinara! 

Bon Appetit!