Pizza Burger Pie
Combine the best of pizza, burgers, and pie in this ultimate comfort food dish! With a flaky crust, savory meat filling, and melty cheese, this recipe is perfect for satisfying cravings or impressing guests at dinner.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 premade pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
For the Filling:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup pizza sauce
½ cup chopped pepperoni (optional)
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried basil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Toppings:
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sliced olives, green peppers, or mushrooms (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges as needed.
Brush the crust with olive oil and set aside.
2. Make the Filling
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in pizza sauce, pepperoni (if using), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Assemble the Pie
Pour the beef mixture into the prepared crust.
Spread evenly and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Add optional toppings like olives, green peppers, or mushrooms.
4. Bake the Pie
Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
5. Cool and Serve
Let the pie cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Tips:
For extra flavor, add cooked bacon bits or sausage to the filling.
Try a stuffed crust by layering shredded cheese along the edge before folding over the crust.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, reheating in the oven for best results.
Enjoy this fun and savory twist on classic comfort foods!