Italian Burger

 Oh my, this is delicious.  I was a little skeptical about the marinara jam, but it works great on this burger.  You could however just add some marinara sauce and it would still be awesome.

ITALIAN BURGER

(serves 4)

Marinara Jam Ingredients:

*1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

*1 teaspoon dried oregano

*1/4 teaspoon dried basil

*1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

*2 garlic cloves, minced

*1 tablespoon olive oil 

*1 teaspoon salt

*1 teaspoon ground black pepper

*1/2 cup granulated sugar

Burger Ingredients & Toppings:

*1/2 cup pesto sauce 

*4 hamburger buns, toasted

*4 slices prosciutto

*1 pound ground beef, divided into 4 (4 ounce) patties

*salt & pepper to taste

*lettuce (enough for 4 burgers)

*1 ball burrata cheese (or fresh mozzarella)

*12 hamburger dills (optional)

Marinara Jam Directions:

~In a small saucepan, add 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoons dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.

~Bring to a boil, stirring often.

~Once boiling, tun dow to a simmer and cover. 

~Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until mixture thickens (will get thicker as it cools).

~Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Burger Directions:

~Cut up 4 slices of prosciutto and fry in a skillet until crispy.

~Remove from heat and set on a paper towel to soak up any excess grease.

~From 1 pound ground beef into 4 (4 ounce) patties.

~Season with salt & pepper.

~Grill or fry patties over medium-high heat to desired doneness (I cook mine 4-5 minutes per side).

~Toast buns to a golden brown.

~Spread desired amount of pesto sauce on the top and bottom bun.

~Place some lettuce over top pesto sauce on the bottom bun.

~Place a hamburger patty over top of lettuce.

~Place desired amount of marinara jam over hamburger patty.

~Top with some burrata and prosciutto.

~Place top bun on and enjoy.