Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Pizza Burger Pie combining savory ground beef, pizza sauce, melted cheeses, and optional pepperoni on a flaky crescent roll crust, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a family-friendly meal that blends the best of pizza and burgers in one dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) pizza sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheese & Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
Crust
- 1 package (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or a similar-sized baking dish to prevent sticking and create an easy release for the crust.
- Cook the beef mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and onions are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the pie from being greasy.
- Add seasoning and sauce: Stir in the pizza sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning into the beef mixture. Let this simmer for approximately 2 minutes to blend the flavors. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Prepare the crust: Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the greased pie dish, sealing any seam gaps by pressing them together to form a continuous crust.
- Assemble the pie: Spread the beef and pizza sauce mixture evenly over the dough-lined pie dish to create a flavorful base layer.
- Add cheese and toppings: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the beef mixture. If desired, evenly distribute the sliced pepperoni on top of the cheese for an extra pizza flavor.
- Bake the pie: Place the assembled pie in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
- Cool and serve: Remove the pizza burger pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to set before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy the perfect blend of pizza and burger flavors.
Notes
- For a spicier option, add red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein.
- Use different cheeses like provolone or parmesan for varied flavor.
- The pie can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Ensure to drain excess fat from the beef to avoid a soggy crust.
