Pizza Burger Pie: A Delicious Twist on Classic Flavors Recipe
Pizza Burger Pie is a creative fusion dish that combines the savory, familiar flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the comforting appeal of a pizza. Ground beef seasoned with Italian spices and garlic is baked inside a crispy pizza dough crust, layered with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni, resulting in a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasonings
- 2 cups ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pizza Components
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Dough and Finishing
- 1 cup refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the pie dish)
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it’s properly heated for baking the pizza burger pie.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, cooking it thoroughly for about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, drain any excess fat to avoid a greasy filling.
- Season the Beef: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the browned beef. Add the pizza sauce and mix well to combine all flavors. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Crust Base: Grease a pie dish lightly with olive oil. Press half of the refrigerated pizza dough firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the dish to form the crust base.
- Add the Filling: Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the dough crust. Then layer with shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni, spreading them evenly.
- Top with Remaining Dough: Roll out the remaining pizza dough and cover the filling, carefully pressing and sealing the edges to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the top crust with the beaten egg to give it a glossy, golden finish once baked.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is a golden brown and fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pizza burger pie to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing, helping it set and making it easier to serve.
Notes
- You can substitute pepperoni with other cured meats like salami or cooked sausage.
- For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
- Ensure the pizza dough is fully sealed at the edges to keep the filling moist during baking.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the pie for clean portions.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
Keywords: pizza burger, pizza pie, ground beef recipe, homemade pizza, comfort food, Italian-American fusion
