I have always been a fan of cheeseburgers. There’s just something about the combination of a juicy, meaty patty, the tangy pickles, sweet ketchup, and of course, the gooey, melted cheese that just hits all the right notes for me. Now, imagine all that goodness, but in a pie. Yes, you read that right – a pie! That’s exactly what this Cheeseburger Pie is all about. It’s a fun and scrumptious twist to the classic burger, and I can tell you, it’s a game-changer! This recipe is a wonderful blend of flavors, textures, and pure comfort food goodness. The crust is reminiscent of a pizza, adding a delightful crunch to every bite. The filling is made of well-seasoned ground beef, flavorful onions, and a hint of Italian seasoning. And let’s not forget the cheese – oh, the cheese! It’s a melt-in-your-mouth layer of mozzarella that ties everything together. This is the kind of food that makes you feel warm and cozy inside. It’s perfect for those days when you want something a little different, a little fun, and a lot delicious. It’s also incredibly easy to make, so it’s perfect for both seasoned home cooks and beginners alike. So, why do I love this recipe so much? Well, apart from the fact that it’s a cheeseburger in a pie (which is awesome), it’s also a great way to shake things up in the kitchen. It’s a unique recipe that always gets rave reviews from friends and family. Plus, it’s fun to make – and even more fun to eat! So, are you ready to give it a try? Let’s dive in!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 Tbsp. onions
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 3/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
- 1 pizza crust
- 8 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese
Baking Instructions
- Brown meat and seasoning in skillet.
- Drain off fat.
- Add tomato paste; blend.
- Turn mixture out on crust.
- Top with cheese. Bake at 375° for 10 to 15 minutes.
Calorie: 450
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
Cheeseburger Pie: A Culinary Comedy of Errors
Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey that has nothing to do with adventures (because we’re not allowed to use that word)? Well, tighten your apron strings, folks. Today we’re diving headfirst into the chaotic world of Cheeseburger Pie, a dish so simple in theory yet so hilarious in practice.
The Cast of Ingredients
Let’s meet our stars. We’ve got 1 lb. of ground beef, our leading man. He’s a little rough around the edges, but his heart (and taste) is pure gold. Our leading lady is a humble but flavor-packed Tbsp. of onions. Supporting them, we have a colorful ensemble: 1 tsp. of salt, 1/4 tsp. of pepper, and 3/4 tsp. of Italian seasoning (who decided to show up all dressed up). Our villain is a can of tomato paste, and our love interest is a soft, tender pizza crust. And let’s not forget our comic relief, the 8 oz. of shredded Mozzarella cheese, always ready to melt our hearts (and itself).
Act 1: The Browning
The curtain lifts, and the spotlight falls on the ground beef, onions, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. They’re all tossed into a skillet, where they perform a dramatic dance, sizzling and popping under the heat. But alas, tragedy strikes! Our ground beef has accumulated a substantial amount of fat. Never fear, though, for our trusty spatula is here to drain off the excess fat, saving the day and our arteries.
Act 2: The Blend
Enter our villain, the tomato paste. It sneaks onto the scene, blending seamlessly with our browned meat and seasoning. There’s a brief moment of tension as flavors clash and combine, but eventually, they find their harmony. Like a well-executed dance number, it’s a spectacle of culinary artistry that leaves the audience (me and my cat) in awe.
Act 3: The Turnout and Top
The plot thickens when we turn the mixture out onto the pizza crust. It’s a high-stakes action sequence as we evenly spread the mixture, careful not to tear the delicate crust. Then, in a plot twist nobody saw coming, the shredded Mozzarella cheese takes center stage, blanketing the mixture in a cheesy cascade. It’s a love story for the ages: ground beef with tomato paste meets crust, all under the warm, gooey embrace of Mozzarella cheese.
Finale: The Bake
Our grand finale takes place in the oven, set to a scorching 375°. The anticipation builds as we bake our masterpiece for 10 to 15 minutes. It’s a nail-biting thrill ride, filled with anxious peeks into the oven and impatient foot tapping. But, like any good story, it ends with a satisfying conclusion. Our cheeseburger pie emerges, golden and bubbling, the tantalizing aroma filling the kitchen and making my cat go bonkers.
The Curtain Call
In the end, what can we say about our journey with the Cheeseburger Pie? It was filled with laughter, tears (mostly from the onions), and a sense of accomplishment that can only come from baking something that looks more like a disaster zone than a pie. But hey, it’s the taste that counts, right?
So there you have it, folks. The tale of the Cheeseburger Pie, a dish that’s as messy and chaotic as my life but twice as delicious. And remember, no matter how disastrous your cooking endeavors may seem, there’s always a silver (or should I say, cheese-covered) lining. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to stop my cat from devouring my culinary masterpiece.
