Description
This Cheeseburger Pie is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that combines seasoned ground beef, cheddar cheese, and a savory biscuit-like batter baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a family dinner, it captures the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a convenient pie form, topped optionally with ketchup, mustard, and pickle slices for that iconic taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Layer
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Batter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Bisquick or all-purpose baking mix
- 2 large eggs
Optional Toppings and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon mustard (optional, for topping)
- Pickle slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pie Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft and translucent. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to avoid greasiness.
- Season the Meat Mixture: Stir in the garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Ensure the flavors are evenly distributed, then spread this meat mixture evenly in the prepared pie dish.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat layer, allowing the cheese to melt into the filling during baking.
- Mix Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, Bisquick (or all-purpose baking mix), and eggs until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter gently over the beef and cheese mixture in the pie dish. Place it in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool, Garnish, and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to firm up. Optionally, drizzle with ketchup and mustard, and garnish with pickle slices before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner version.
- Using Bisquick gives a biscuit-like crust, but all-purpose baking mix works fine as a substitute.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste, adding more garlic powder or pepper if desired.
- This pie pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
