Description
This Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie is an easy, comforting American main course that combines seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a fluffy Bisquick custard base baked to golden perfection. It’s a nostalgic, family-friendly dish that delivers all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a convenient, sliceable pie form. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Cheese Layer
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Custard Mixture
- ½ cup Bisquick or all-purpose baking mix
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped pickles
- Ketchup or mustard
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to prepare for baking the pie.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully browned and onions are softened, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Season Beef: Stir in garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce into the beef mixture, ensuring it is well combined and flavorful.
- Prepare Pie Base: Grease a 9-inch pie dish, then spread the cooked and seasoned beef mixture evenly across the bottom.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the beef mixture in the pie dish.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together Bisquick (or baking mix), milk, and eggs until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour Custard Over Pie: Pour this custard mixture carefully over the beef and cheese layer in the pie dish, allowing it to settle evenly.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the top turns golden and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. Optionally, garnish each slice with chopped pickles and a drizzle of ketchup or mustard before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or a blend of your favorite cheeses for varied flavor.
- For a low-carb version, omit the Bisquick or baking mix and simply top the beef and cheese with eggs and cream instead.
- Drain excess grease from the beef well to prevent a soggy pie.
- Use a greased pie dish to ensure easy removal and serving.
- Allowing the pie to rest briefly after baking helps it set for cleaner slices.
