Paul Bunyan Burgers Recipe

These hearty Paul Bunyan Burgers are a legendary recipe passed down from firefighters! Juicy ground beef is simmered with a flavorful blend of onions, peppers, and spices, then baked in French bread with melty mozzarella for a satisfying meal that's perfect for a crowd. Get ready to taste a true legend!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 531.2 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Paul Bunyan Burgers

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How to Make Paul Bunyan Burgers

  1. Brown 1 lb of ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Cut the French bread loaf lengthwise.
  8. Place half of the mozzarella slices on the bottom half of each French bread.
  9. Spoon the beef mixture evenly over the cheese.
  10. Top with the remaining mozzarella slices and the top halves of the bread.
  11. Wrap each sandwich tightly in aluminum foil.
  12. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is heated through.
  13. Let the sandwiches cool slightly before cutting them in half and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

53g

Carbs

15g

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