Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie

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Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the Pie Crust: Roll out the pie crust and place it in a deep-dish pie pan. Press the crust gently to fit it snugly against the sides and bottom, trimming any excess. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust to prevent bubbling.
  3. Pre-Bake the Crust: Pre-bake the crust in the oven for 8–10 minutes until it begins to firm up slightly but hasn’t browned completely. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Meat Filling

  1. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and sausage over medium heat until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Add the diced onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 4–5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  3. Mix in the Sauce: Add the pizza sauce to the meat mixture, stirring well to combine. Allow it to simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the Pie

  1. Layer Cheese: Start with a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese at the bottom of the pie crust.
  2. Add Meat Filling: Spoon half of the meat mixture over the mozzarella layer, spreading it evenly.
  3. Add Pepperoni: Place half of the sliced pepperoni over the meat layer.
  4. Add Cheddar Cheese: Sprinkle a layer of cheddar cheese on top of the pepperoni.
  5. Repeat Layers: Repeat with another layer of the meat mixture, pepperoni slices, and finish with mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 4: Bake the Pie

  1. Bake: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
  2. Add Garnish: In the last 5 minutes of baking, add additional pepperoni slices on top to crisp up, if desired. For an extra cheesy crust, sprinkle a bit of cheddar on the exposed crust edges.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

  1. Cool Slightly: Allow the pie to cool for about 5 minutes to set before slicing.
  2. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve warm!

Tips for a Perfect Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie

  • Keep Crust Crisp: Pre-baking the crust helps prevent it from becoming soggy once the fillings are added.
  • Experiment with Cheeses: Feel free to use different cheese varieties, like provolone, Monterey Jack, or a spicy pepper jack for added flavor.
  • Make it Spicy: Add some red pepper flakes to the meat mixture or use hot Italian sausage for an extra kick.

Variations

  • Veggie-Packed Pie: Add sliced mushrooms, spinach, or olives to the filling for a bit more texture and flavor.
  • BBQ Twist: Substitute half of the pizza sauce with BBQ sauce and add crumbled bacon for a smoky, savory flavor.

Final Thoughts

This Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie is more than just dinner – it’s an experience! Each bite is packed with layers of cheesy goodness, meaty flavor, and savory sauce.

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