I’ve Got a New Favorite: Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie!
Alright, so listen up. I’ve been on a quest to find the ultimate comfort food. You know the kind—something cheesy, a bit messy, and downright heart-warming. Well, after several failed attempts at everything from lasagna to stuffed shells, I decided to just embrace the chaos and whip up a Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie. And, oh boy, was it a game-changer.
But here’s the thing: getting a recipe for this was tricky! I found many that were too complicated or some that didn’t deliver on flavor. So, I ended up tweaking a standard pizza recipe and ta-da, I created something magical.
Here’s What You’ll Need
Before I dive into the nitty-gritty of making this Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie, let’s get our ingredients together. I usually end up on an accidental treasure hunt in the grocery store—like last week, I made 17 laps trying to find diced pickles. No joke. Anyway, here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pizza dough (You can go store-bought if you want, but feel free to get ambitious.)
- 1 lb ground beef (Lean is preferred, but we’re being real here—use what you have.)
- 1 cup pizza sauce (I love the store brand since it tastes like home.)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (I won’t judge if you use that pre-shredded stuff.)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (Sharp cheddar adds a kick. Trust me here.)
- 1/2 cup pickles, diced (I can’t even believe I’m saying this, but my 8-year-old loves pickles on pizza.)
- 1/4 cup onions, chopped (Fresh, because who doesn’t love a good onion flavor? But don’t ask me about crying when chopping them—it’s dangerous!)
- 1 tbsp mustard (Honestly, you could swap this for that fancy one everyone always raves about.)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (Or more if you’re like me and love garlic. Well, I love garlic until I accidentally overdo it. Disaster.)
- Salt and pepper to taste (Salt, sea salt if you’re fancy, regular salt if you’re like me. Blend away!)
Time to Cook: Instructions!
Let’s get our hands dirty (figuratively) because it’s about to get delicious! Here are the steps to your new fave Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie.
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). The key is—oh wait, I forgot to mention—you need to preheat your oven first. Breathe, it’s all part of the process.
Roll out the pizza dough in a pie dish. I like using a glass pie dish for an authentic feel, but feel free to use whatever you have.
In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat. This part always makes a mess. Just the other day, I almost burned it all because my neighbor knocked on the door asking if I had seen their cat (don’t even ask).
Add the garlic powder, mustard, salt, and pepper to the beef and mix well. A little stir here, a little mix there. You want it combined, but not like those awkward family gatherings where everyone tries too hard.
Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, then layer with cooked beef. Now, I’ve gotten messy here. Last time, I splattered sauce all over my poor cat. But it’s all in good fun!
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top. You heard me right, go big! Cheese is literally life.
Add diced pickles and onions on top of the cheese. Just feel free to be generous. If you’ve never played a game of “how many toppings can you stack before it collapses,” then you’re seriously missing out.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Keep an eye on it—lessons learned from my experimental kitchen days where everything burns.
Allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve. Clear some space because this pie is about to bring serious joy!
Random Cooking Discoveries
So, I’ve made this Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie a couple of times now and here are a few notes I picked up along the way— (Trust me on this one):
- Kitchenaid mixer? Best for rolling dough if you have it, but I’ve also used a wine bottle in a pinch. Talk about improvisation!
- Also, chilled pizza dough is easier to roll out. So, don’t be like me and try to rush through it—just let it hang out in the fridge for a bit first!
- If you’re feeling spicy, add some crushed red pepper flakes in the beef! Adds flavor AND a bit of zing.
A Personal Invitation
Look, I’m gonna be honest—this Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie has made me rethink my entire pizza game! Have you ever tried this? Let me know in the comments because I’m curious! And if yours turns out as great as mine (no pressure), send a pic!
Anyway, I’m just saying: Everyone deserves a cheesy hug in the form of pizza. So go for it!
Until next time, happy cooking, friends! Remember: Life’s too short for boring food. 🍕❤️
Cheesy Burger Pizza Pie
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough in a pie dish.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add the garlic powder, mustard, salt, and pepper to the beef and mix well.
- Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, then layer with cooked beef.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Add diced pickles and onions on top of the cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve.