NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz Ground beef (93% lean)

1.5 whole Mozzarella cheese sticks

0.5 whole Whole wheat burger bun

0.25 cup Marinara sauce

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

0.25 tsp Garlic powder

0 tsp Olive oil

2 leaf Butter lettuce

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, mixing gently by hand.

• 2

  Divide the seasoned beef into two equal, thin portions and flatten them into wide circles.

• 3

  Cut the mozzarella sticks into smaller segments and place them in the center of one beef circle.

• 4

  Place the second beef circle on top and pinch the edges together very tightly to ensure the cheese is completely sealed inside.

• 5

  Heat the olive oil in a cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

• 6

  Place the patty in the hot skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the beef reaches your desired doneness and the cheese inside is melted.

• 7

  While the burger rests, lightly toast the whole wheat bun in the same skillet and warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan.

• 8

  Assemble the burger by placing the lettuce on the bottom bun, followed by the cheese-stuffed patty, and a generous spoonful of warm marinara sauce.