Description
Culinary innovation meets comfort in this Pizza Burger Pie, blending classic American flavors into one irresistible dish. Cheese-laden layers and savory ingredients create a mouthwatering experience that delights hungry diners and brings family together at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 can (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Burger Layer Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings:
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced green bell pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Craft a savory meat foundation by blending ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Thoroughly incorporate ingredients and press evenly into a greased 9-inch pie dish.
- Heat oven to 375F and roast the meat layer for 20 minutes until cooked through and developing a golden crust. Carefully drain accumulated grease after removing from oven.
- Stretch pizza dough to cover the meat base, ensuring complete coverage. Generously spread pizza sauce across the surface, creating a vibrant foundation for toppings.
- Generously distribute mozzarella cheese over the sauce, creating a melty blanket. Strategically arrange pepperoni slices, black olives, and green bell pepper fragments across the cheese landscape. Sprinkle red pepper flakes for optional heat.
- Return pie to 375F oven and bake 12-15 minutes until cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden canvas and pizza dough achieves a crisp, amber finish.
- Rest the pizza burger pie for several minutes to stabilize ingredients. Slice into wedges and pair with crisp salad or warm garlic bread for a satisfying meal experience.
Notes
- Select lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a cleaner burger base for the pie.
- Experiment with different meat blends like 80/20 beef or turkey for varied flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Allow burger layer to rest and drain thoroughly to prevent soggy pie texture and ensure crisp bottom crust.
- Consider using gluten-free breadcrumbs and pizza dough for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32-35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 463 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg