Easy & Flavorful Sloppy Joes with Pepperoni Pizza

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240 g) tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp (30 g) ketchup
• 1 tbsp (15 g) Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tsp (10 g) Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp (2 g) crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 cup (110 g) sliced pepperoni
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted
• 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)