Here’s a comforting Southern Style Cheeseburger Pie — a savory, cheesy, meaty casserole that tastes like a cheeseburger in pie form. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks!
🍔🧀 Southern Style Cheeseburger Pie
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the Crust
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup cold butter, cubed
- 3–4 tbsp cold water
(Or use 1 pre-made pie crust for convenience.)
For the Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup milk
- Optional: ½ cup diced pickles or sautéed mushrooms
🥣 Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
2. Prepare the crust
- In a bowl, mix flour and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
- Roll out and line pie pan.
- Pre-bake crust 8–10 minutes until slightly golden (optional but prevents sogginess).
3. Cook the beef
- In a skillet over medium heat:
- Brown ground beef with onion and garlic.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Drain excess fat.
4. Assemble the pie
- Spread cooked beef mixture in the crust.
- Sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk eggs and milk, then pour evenly over the filling.
(Optional: top with pickles or mushrooms.)
5. Bake
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until filling is set and top is golden.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
⭐ Tips & Variations
Cheeseburger Deluxe
- Add sautéed bell peppers, mushrooms, or bacon for extra flavor.
Spicy Version
- Mix in ½ tsp cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
Mini Pies
- Use muffin tins for individual cheeseburger pies.
Quick Version
- Skip the homemade crust: bake in a greased casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
🍽 Serving Ideas
- Side salad or coleslaw
- Baked potato or fries
- Pickles and ketchup for extra cheeseburger vibe
If you want, I can also give you:
🍔 Cheeseburger Pie with Crescent Roll Crust
🧀 Creamy Cheeseburger Pie with Onion Soup Mix
🌶 Spicy Southwest Cheeseburger Pie
Do you want one of these variations?