Mozzarella Burgers with Seared Caesar Salad

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2 Servings
Qty Unit Ingredient
10 oz Ground Beef
1 tsp Granulated Garlic
1 tsp Onion powder
2 tsp Thyme
2 tsp Oregano
½ cup Marinara
2 ea Hamburger buns
1 ea Romain heart
⅓ cup Caesar dressing
  1. Prep
    1. Break the ground beef into small pieces in a bowl
    2. Add granulated garlic, onion powder, thyme, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Gently mix.
    3. Cut romaine in half lengthwise through the root.
  2. Cook
    1. Form the meat into two patties.
    2. Cook in a hot oiled pan for about 2 minutes on a side.
    3. Flip once more, and cook for 4 to 6 minutes more on the same side.
    4. Spoon the marinara over each patty.
    5. Top with cheese.
    6. Cover and add a little water for steam.
    7. Cook until the cheese is melted; about 1 to 2 minutes more.
    8. Remove to a covered plate.
    9. Toast the buns
    10. Sear the romaine for 2 to 4 minutes.
    11. Place the burgers on the buns, and serve the romaine with the caesar dressing on the side.