Description
This Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie is a comforting, savory dish that combines seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy egg custard baked to golden perfection. A delicious twist on classic cheeseburgers, this pie is perfect for an easy dinner or a hearty lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Cheese Layer
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Custard Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Other
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the pie.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is thoroughly browned and the onion has softened. Drain any excess fat to prevent greasiness in the pie.
- Season Meat Mixture: Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce if using. Stir well to evenly distribute all the flavors in the meat mixture.
- Prepare Pie Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. Spread the cooked beef and onion mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the layer of meat to create a delicious melty cheese layer.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. This will create the custard that binds the pie.
- Pour Custard Over Filling: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the beef and cheese layers in the pie dish, allowing it to settle and soak through.
- Bake Pie: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is a golden brown and the center is set, indicating the custard has cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like diced bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a spicier version, add some chili powder or cayenne pepper along with the seasoning.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a more pronounced cheese flavor.
- Allow the pie to rest after baking to ensure clean slices when serving.
- Looking for a gluten-free version? Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
