Bruschetta Pizzaiola Food

BURGERS A LA PIZZAIOLA

Steps:

• Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
• In a food processor, pulse together the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, cheeses, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Process until blended. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the beef and, using a wooden spoon or clean hands, stir until combined. Form the mixture into 8 (4-inch diameter) patties, each about 3/4-inch thick. Grill each side until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
• Brush the cut side of the rolls with olive oil and grill until lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
• Place the burgers on the bottom half of the rolls and add desired toppings. Add the top half of the rolls and serve.
• Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
• In a food processor, pulse together the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, cheeses, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Process until blended. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the beef and, using a wooden spoon or clean hands, stir until combined. Form the mixture into 8 (4-inch diameter) patties, each about 3/4-inch thick. Grill each side until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
• Brush the cut side of the rolls with olive oil and grill until lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
• Place the burgers on the bottom half of the rolls and add desired toppings. Add the top half of the rolls and serve.

BRUSCHETTA PIZZA

Steps:

• In a small skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Place crust on an ungreased baking sheet. Top with pepperoni, sausage and cheese. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted., In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, sliced basil, oil, garlic, thyme, vinegar, salt and pepper. Spoon over pizza. Garnish with additional basil if desired.