How to Bake the Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie Recipe
This Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie is a delicious and hearty dish combining seasoned ground beef, savory onions, and melted cheddar cheese baked into a creamy egg and milk custard. Perfect for a comforting dinner, it offers the flavors of a cheeseburger in a convenient pie form, baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Custard Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
For Greasing
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare 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 browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to avoid a greasy pie.
- Season Meat Mixture: Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce (if using) to the cooked beef and onions. Stir well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Prepare Pie Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish using cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. Spread the seasoned beef mixture evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Add Cheese Layer: Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the layer of beef in the pie dish.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and flour until the batter is smooth and uniform with no lumps.
- Pour Custard Over Pie: Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over the beef and cheese layers in the pie dish, allowing it to seep in between the meat and cheese.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set and firm to the touch.
- 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
- For added flavor, try mixing in some diced pickles or relish into the beef mixture.
- If you prefer, use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner meat alternative.
- Make sure to drain the excess fat to keep the pie from being too greasy.
- The flour in the custard helps thicken the filling and bind it together; do not skip it.
- This pie can be reheated in the oven or microwave but is best enjoyed fresh.
- Optional Worcestershire sauce adds depth, but it can be omitted for a milder taste.
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