A Hearty Pizza-Inspired Savory Pie with a Buttery Crust
This deep-dish masterpiece combines juicy ground beef, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and melted cheese in a flaky crust – like a cross between pizza and pot pie!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🍕 Pizza night reinvented – All your favorite flavors in pie form
🧀 Cheesy layers – Mozzarella above and below the meat
🥧 Satisfying crust – Buttery, flaky perfection
⏱ Weeknight easy – Ready in under an hour
Ingredients Breakdown
Meat Filling
| Quantity | Ingredient | Key Role |
|---|---|---|
| ½ lb | Ground beef | Hearty base |
| ½ lb | Italian sausage | Spiced flavor |
| ½ cup | Pepperoni | Salty crunch |
Sauce & Seasonings
| ½ cup | Pizza sauce | Tangy base |
| ½ tsp each | Garlic powder + Italian seasoning | Flavor depth |
Cheese & Crust
| 2 cups | Shredded mozzarella | Melty goodness |
| 1 | Pie crust | Buttery vessel |
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Brown Meat
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Brown beef + sausage, drain fat
- Season with spices
2. Build the Pie
- Line pie dish with crust
- Layer:
- 1 cup mozzarella
- Meat mixture
- Pepperoni + optional veggies
- Pizza sauce
- Remaining cheese
3. Bake to Perfection
- Bake 25-30 mins until:
- Crust is golden
- Cheese bubbles
- Cool 5 mins before slicing
Pro Tips for Best Results
Crust Secrets
✔ Pre-bake bottom 10 mins for extra crispness
🍞 Homemade crust takes it to the next level
Filling Tricks
🌶 Add red pepper flakes for heat
🍄 Sauté mushrooms with the meat
Make-Ahead
❄️ Assemble unbaked, freeze, then bake frozen (+10 mins)
Serving Suggestions
Game Day:
- Cut into small squares as appetizers
Family Dinner:
- Serve with crisp salad
Leftover Magic:
- Reheat slices for breakfast with eggs
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
Calories: 385 | Protein: 22g | Carbs: 18g | Fat: 26g
Creative Variations
BBQ Chicken:
- Use shredded chicken + BBQ sauce
Vegetarian:
- Substitute meat with roasted veggies
Mexican Style:
- Taco seasoning + salsa + cheddar
Troubleshooting
Issue | Solution
Soggy bottom | Brush crust with egg wash before filling
Dry filling | Add 2 tbsp tomato paste to meat
Overflowing | Don’t overfill – leave ½” border
Final Chef’s Secret: For extra flavor, sprinkle Parmesan on the crust edges before baking!
This hearty pie delivers all the satisfaction of pizza in a fun, sliceable format. The layers of meat, pepperoni, and cheese create a flavor explosion in every bite – perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers all week.
Perfect for: Potlucks, family dinners, or football Sundays!
Tag your creations #PizzaPiePerfection! 🍕🥧
