Description
Culinary innovation meets comfort in this pizza burger pie, blending Italian and American flavors into one delightful dish. Melted cheese, savory ground beef, and crispy crust create a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (lb) ground beef
Vegetables and Toppings:
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Sauce and Cheese:
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Dough:
- 1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough
Instructions
- Sauté ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly browned and crumbly, breaking apart with a spatula for even cooking.
- Incorporate diced onions, minced garlic, and bell peppers into the meat, cooking until vegetables soften and release their aromatic flavors.
- Stir in pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes, allowing the mixture to simmer and meld flavors for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove meat mixture from heat and let it cool slightly while preparing the crust.
- Roll out refrigerated pie crust on a lightly floured surface, ensuring an even thickness and sufficient size to cover a pie dish.
- Carefully transfer the crust into a greased pie dish, gently pressing it against the bottom and sides to create a smooth foundation.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese across the bottom of the pie crust to create a protective barrier.
- Pour the prepared meat mixture evenly over the cheese layer, distributing ingredients uniformly.
- Top the filling with additional mozzarella and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Cover the pie with a second pie crust, crimping edges to seal and create a decorative border.
- Cut small venting slits on the top crust to allow steam escape during baking.
- Brush the top crust with beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 35-40 minutes, or until crust turns deep golden brown and filling bubbles.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes to allow filling to set and cool slightly.
- Slice and serve warm, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Select ground beef with a leaner ratio (85/15) for a healthier version without sacrificing flavor.
- Drain excess fat from the meat to prevent a greasy pie and ensure a crisp bottom crust.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like mozzarella and provolone to enhance the pizza-burger fusion taste.
- Customize the pie with personal favorite pizza or burger toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, or caramelized onions for added depth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg