Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef
3 cloves garlic, chopped and divided
2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp. canola oil
1 c. marinara
1/4 c. butter
4 slices white bread
4 slices mozzarella
1/2 c. pepperoni
Preparation
Step 1Make patties: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, 2 cloves garlic, and parsley and season with salt and pepper. Mix together well, then form 4 patties with your hands.Step 2In a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, heat oil. Cook patties, flipping once, until medium, 6 minutes per side. Drain fat. Step 3Pour marinara into skillet and let simmer, then in a second large skillet, melt butter. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add bread and cook until golden. Step 4Heat broiler. Meanwhile, assemble patty melts: On a baking sheet, add bread. Top with a burger patty, sauce, and a slice of mozzarella. Add pepperoni and broil until cheese is melted and pepperoni is crispy, 3 minutes. Step 5Garnish with parsley and serve.
