Description
Hearty pioneer woman cheeseburger pie delivers classic comfort with a savory twist of ground beef, melted cheese, and flaky crust. Midwest home cooking shines through this simple yet satisfying meal that brings families together at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Original Bisquick mix (or all-purpose flour)
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a sizzling aromatic base by sautéing finely chopped onions in a skillet over medium heat until translucent and tender, approximately 3 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef into the skillet, methodically crumbling the meat with a sturdy spatula and cooking until thoroughly browned and no pink remains, roughly 10 minutes.
- Eliminate excess grease from the beef and enhance flavor profile by seasoning with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional garlic powder.
- Transfer the seasoned meat mixture into a greased 9-inch glass pie plate, distributing evenly across the surface.
- Generously cascade shredded cheddar cheese over the meat layer, creating a melty foundation.
- Whisk Bisquick mix, milk, and eggs in a separate bowl until a smooth, consistent batter forms without lumps.
- Carefully pour the liquid mixture over the meat and cheese layers, ensuring complete coverage.
- Position the pie plate in a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until a knife inserted centrally emerges clean.
- Allow the pie to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then slice and serve while warmth and flavors are at their peak.
Notes
- Lean Ground Beef Swap: Use turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a lighter, healthier version of this hearty pie.
- Cheese Flexibility: Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack, Swiss, or a blend to customize the flavor profile and add exciting taste dimensions.
- Low-Carb Adaptation: Replace Bisquick with almond flour or coconut flour to create a gluten-free and lower-carbohydrate friendly option for those watching their carb intake.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the beef mixture and assemble the pie in advance, storing it in the refrigerator until ready to bake, which saves time during busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 479 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 582 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 174 mg