Pizza Burger Pie Recipe
This Pizza Burger Pie is a delicious, easy-to-make fusion dish combining the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with a pizza in a flaky pie crust. Ground beef seasoned with Italian herbs is baked inside a crispy pie crust layered with pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, pepperoni, and optional veggies, creating a perfect meal for pizza and burger lovers alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian Fusion
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade, kept cold)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced olives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Crust: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and position the oven rack in the center. Fit the cold pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring it is evenly spread and ready for filling.
- Brown the Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef along with the finely chopped onion for 5 to 7 minutes until cooked through. Drain excess fat to reduce greasiness.
- Season the Meat: Stir in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the browned beef and onion mixture, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Sauté Optional Vegetables: If using mushrooms and bell peppers, sauté them in a pan for 2 to 3 minutes to remove excess moisture, which helps maintain a crispy crust.
- Layer the Pie: Brush the bottom of the pie crust with one tablespoon of pizza sauce to prevent sogginess. Spread the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the sauce layer.
- Add Toppings: Spread the remaining pizza sauce over the beef, then layer with the sautéed vegetables (if using), followed by shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni on top.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust edges are golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the pizza burger pie to rest for 10 minutes after baking. This helps the filling set and makes slicing easier. Slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, precook the pie crust slightly before adding the filling, if desired.
- Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite pizza vegetables or meats.
- Using low-moisture mozzarella helps prevent excess liquid and soggy crust.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
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