Description
This Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger baked into a savory pie. Ground beef is cooked with onions and seasoned, then layered with cheddar cheese and covered in a rich egg and milk custard-like batter. Baked until golden and set, this dish offers a comforting and hearty meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
Dairy and Eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
Dry Ingredients and Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Others
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pie evenly.
- Cook Meat and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion together until the beef is fully browned and the onion turns soft. Drain off any excess fat to prevent greasiness.
- Season Meat Mixture: Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and optionally Worcestershire sauce to the beef and onion mixture. Stir well to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Prepare Pie Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish thoroughly using cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer Meat: Spread the seasoned beef and onion mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie dish to form an even base layer.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef layer, ensuring good coverage for a rich cheesy flavor.
- Mix Egg Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and lump-free, which will create the custard-like topping.
- Pour Batter: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered beef and cheese in the pie dish, allowing it to seep around the ingredients.
- Bake Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is fully set, indicating the pie is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the pie set further and makes serving easier.
Notes
- You can omit Worcestershire sauce for a milder flavor or to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Ensure to drain excess grease after cooking the beef to avoid a soggy pie.
- Letting the pie cool before cutting ensures clean slices and easier serving.
- Add chopped pickles or ketchup on top after baking for a classic cheeseburger taste experience.
- Customize by adding diced tomatoes, mushrooms, or other favorite burger toppings before baking.
