Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie Recipe
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie Recipe is cheesy, hearty and easy to make. This dish tastes like a classic cheeseburger in pie form.
Ingredients
- Ground beef – 1 pound
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Onion – 1 small finely chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves minced
- Cheddar cheese – 2 cups shredded
- Eggs – 3 large
- Milk – 1 cup
- Pie crust – 1 store-bought or homemade
- Ketchup – 2 tablespoons optional
- Mustard – 1 teaspoon optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish lightly to prevent sticking.
Prepare the Pie Crust
- Place the pie crust in the dish. Press gently to fit. Trim extra edges.
Cook the Beef
- Heat skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
Add Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Drain Excess Fat
- Remove skillet from heat. Drain any extra fat to keep filling light.
Spread Beef in Pie Crust
- Place cooked beef mixture evenly in the prepared pie crust.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over beef. Make sure it covers all areas.
Mix Eggs and Milk
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk until smooth. Add ketchup and mustard if desired.
Pour Egg Mixture
- Carefully pour egg mixture over beef and cheese. Do not overflow crust edges.
Bake the Pie
- Bake pie 30–35 minutes until eggs set and top is golden. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality ground beef
- Pre-cook onions for more flavor
- Shred your own cheese for best melting
- Let pie rest before cutting
- Avoid overfilling to prevent spilling