Supreme Pizza Burgers

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup chopped fresh onion
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh green pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped ripe olives
• 10 slices turkey pepperoni
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
• 4 slices provolone cheese
• 4 tablespoons pizza sauce

Optional toppings

• sliced ripe olives (optional) or fresh mushrooms (optional) or green pepper rings (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   In a food processor, combine the vegetables, olives, pepperoni, tomato paste and seasonings; cover and pulse just until blended.

2. 2

   Transfer to a large bowl; stir in breadcrumbs.

3. 3

   Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.

4. 4

   Coat grill rack with cooking spray before starting grill. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees and juices run clear.

5. 5

   Serve on buns with cheese and pizza sauce. Add toppings if desired.