Directions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion together until the beef is browned and the onions are soft, about 7–10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the salt, Italian seasoning, and pizza sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the mixture is heated through.
- Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch (23 cm) pie pan. Trim any excess dough around the edges.
- Spoon the beef and sauce mixture into the crust, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the beef mixture. Add any optional toppings if desired.
- Cover with a second layer of pie crust if desired, or leave open-faced. If using a top crust, brush lightly with a beaten egg for a golden finish and cut a few slits to vent steam.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Medium
Variations & Substitutions
- Cheeseburger Deluxe: Add pickles, cooked bacon, or sautéed mushrooms on top before serving.
- Vegetarian Version: Replace the ground beef with cooked lentils or a plant-based meat substitute.
- Spicy Kick: Mix in a pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños into the beef mixture.
- Crust Swap: Use a biscuit topping or puff pastry instead of a traditional pie crust.
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