Add the tomatoes, shallots, and minced garlic to a medium bowl.

Stir in the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Stir well to combine. Set aside.

Spoon about 2 and a half tablespoons of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on a baking sheet which has been lined with parchment paper and lightly sprayed with baking spray.

Flatten the grated cheese into[mv_img id="38666"] discs.

Bake in a preheated 375-degree oven for 4-5 minutes, watching closely so they don't burn.

Once the edges are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove from the oven and cool on a baking rack.

[mv_img id="38669"]To loosen, gently slide a spatula under each crisp.

Set aside until ready to top the burger.

Place the ground beef in a large bowl.

[mv_img id="38670"]Score the meat to visually divide it into quarters.

Gently shape the quarters into ball-like patties approximately the same shape as your Italian bread.

Season the patties liberally with salt and pepper.

Heat a large skillet on high heat.

[mv_img id="38676"]Add the burger patties to the heated skillet (do not overcrowd) and press the patties down to flatten (using a good amount of force) with a spatula or burger press to get the very best caramelization.

Cook the burgers on the first side for approximately 3 minutes and then carefully flip the burgers and cook the second side for 2 minutes.

Remove the browned patties to a baking sheet fitted with a rack and keep warm while cooking the additional burgers.

Slather each slice of bread with softened butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.

In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the bread slices (butter side down) until golden.

In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the bread slices (butter side down) until golden.

Repeat the process until all the bread is golden and toasted.

Time to assemble the burgers.

Place the bottom slice of bread, garlic side down, and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Add the cooked burger on top of the mozzarella cheese and add fresh basil leaves.

Top the burger with a generous amount of the tomato relish and add the toasted bread (garlic side up), and the Parmesan crisp on top to finish.

If needed, return the sandwiches back to the oven to melt the mozzarella cheese (optional).