Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (or use homemade if preferred)

For the Filling:

• 1/2 pound ground beef

• 1/2 pound Italian sausage (casings removed, if using links)

• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 1/2 cups marinara or pizza sauce

• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Optional: red pepper flakes for heat

For the Topping:

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup shredded provolone (optional, for extra cheesiness)

• 20–25 slices pepperoni

• Dried oregano or fresh basil for garnish

‍ Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Crust

• Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a deep-dish pie pan (9-inch recommended).

• Press gently into the sides and bottom. Trim any overhang or crimp edges as desired.

• Optional: Bake the crust for 5–7 minutes with pie weights or fork pricks to prevent sogginess.

3. Cook the Meat Filling

• In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned and crumbled, about 6–8 minutes.

• Drain excess fat.

• Add chopped onions and sauté 2–3 minutes until softened.

• Stir in garlic, cooking for 1 minute.

• Pour in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

• Simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened. Let cool slightly.

4. Assemble the Pie

• Spoon the meat sauce into the crust.

• Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella (and provolone if using) evenly over the top.

• Layer with pepperoni slices, slightly overlapping.

• Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.

• Garnish with a touch of dried oregano.

5. Bake

• Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any bubbling over.

• Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly and crust is cooked through.

• If edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil.

6. Cool and Serve

• Let the pie rest for about 10–15 minutes before slicing. This helps the layers set.

• Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired.

️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a crisp Caesar salad or garlic knots.

• Great with a side of marinara or ranch for dipping.

Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

• Reheat in oven at 350°F for best results, or microwave individual slices.