Description
Comfort meets culinary creativity in this deep hamburger sausage & pepperoni pie, blending hearty meats and rich flavors into a single delightful dish. Meat enthusiasts will savor each layered slice of this indulgent pie that promises a satisfying meal with robust, savory goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb hamburger sausage
- 0.25 lb pepperoni
- 2 large eggs
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
Crust and Seasonings:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and position the rack in the center of the oven for even baking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then thoroughly brown ground beef, hamburger sausage, and pepperoni together, breaking meat into small crumbles.
- Season the meat mixture with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper while cooking, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Remove the meat mixture from heat and drain excess grease using a colander to prevent a soggy pie.
- Whisk eggs and heavy cream in a separate bowl, creating a rich binding mixture for the pie filling.
- Spread the pre-made pie crust into a deep pie dish, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides evenly.
- Layer half of the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses across the bottom of the pie crust.
- Distribute the seasoned meat mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
- Pour the egg and cream mixture over the meat, allowing it to seep through the filling.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of the pie, creating a golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove from oven and let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow filling to stabilize.
- Slice and serve hot, enjoying the layers of meat, cheese, and flavorful crust.
Notes
- Drain meat thoroughly to prevent excess moisture, ensuring a crisp and non-soggy pie crust that holds its structure perfectly.
- Experiment with alternative meat combinations like Italian sausage, chorizo, or ground turkey for diverse flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Consider using a homemade pie crust for enhanced texture and freshness, which elevates the overall taste and culinary experience of the dish.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley on top before serving to introduce a bright, fresh element that cuts through the richness of the meat and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg