Description
A hearty savory pie filled with seasoned ground beef, onions, garlic, and melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese, all baked inside a golden flaky crust. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 sheet pie crust (bottom)
- 1 sheet pie crust (top)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook while breaking it apart until fully browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, tomato paste, and tomato sauce. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool for about 5 minutes. Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Place the bottom pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and press gently into the sides.
- Spoon the beef and cheese mixture evenly into the crust.
- Cover with the top pie crust. Seal and crimp the edges and cut small slits in the top.
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Allow the filling to cool slightly before adding it to the crust to prevent sogginess.
- Store-bought pie crust works well and saves preparation time.
- Additional vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers can be added to the filling.
- For a richer flavor, mix in a small amount of grated parmesan cheese.
- Let the pie rest before slicing so the filling sets properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
