Lasagna Burger Fusion (Printable Recipe)

Comforting grilled burger layered with melty cheese, marinara, and garlic herb buns—ready in minutes.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ For the Burger Patties

01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Black pepper, to taste

→ For the Cheese & Sauce Layers

05 - 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
06 - 1/2 cup marinara sauce
07 - 1/2 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese

→ For the Garlic Herb Buns

08 - 2 burger buns
09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
11 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a bowl, gently combine ground beef with Italian seasoning. Form into two patties slightly larger than the buns. Season with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat grill to high, then reduce to medium-high. Grill patties for about 3 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached.
03 - Mix butter with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Spread on buns and grill cut-side down until golden and aromatic.
04 - Place marinara on bottom bun, add patty, dollop ricotta, more marinara, and top with mozzarella. Repeat layers if patties are thick.
05 - Melt cheese using a broiler for 1-2 minutes or via indirect grill heat with foil. Cheese should be fully melted and slightly golden.
06 - Top with the remaining bun and serve hot. Use knife and fork if needed to enjoy layered texture and flavor.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Layer sauce beneath the patty to prevent soggy buns and finish with mozzarella on top for optimal melt.
02 - Form patties gently to avoid dense texture and ensure juicy, tender bites.
03 - Shred mozzarella yourself for better melt and authentic texture.