Description
A hearty, deep-dish pizza pie filled with layers of ground beef, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and melted cheeses, all wrapped in a flaky crust. Perfect for family gatherings or game day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Pillsbury ready bake pie crust (contains 2 rolled pie crusts)
- For the Filling:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage (optional)
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 1 1/2 cups pizza sauce or marinara
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or provolone cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 tablespoons melted butter (to brush on top crust)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- Cook the ground beef and Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Assemble the Pizza Pie:
- Roll out the dough to fit a deep-dish pie pan or a deep skillet.
- Layer the bottom with half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Add a layer of cooked ground beef, Italian sausage, and pepperoni.
- Pour the pizza sauce evenly over the meat and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Top with the remaining cheese and another layer of pepperoni slices. Cover with the remaining crust, then brush with melted butter and sprinkle garlic powder.
- Bake the Pizza Pie:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite pizza toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg