Directions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a deep-dish pie pan or a pizza pan with cooking spray or olive oil.
Step 2: Cook the Meat and Vegetables
. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage, breaking them into crumbles as they cook.
. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat to avoid a greasy filling.
. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
. Season the mixture with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Step 3: Prepare the Pizza Crust
. On a floured surface, roll out the refrigerated pizza dough until it is large enough to cover the bottom and sides of your deep-dish pie pan.
. Press the dough evenly into the pan, ensuring it goes up the sides to form a “pie shell.” Trim any excess dough if necessary.
Step 4: Assemble the Pie
. Spread ½ cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the crust.
. Layer the cooked meat mixture on top of the sauce, spreading it evenly.
. Arrange the pepperoni slices over the meat layer.
. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni.
. Finally, drizzle the remaining ½ cup marinara sauce over the cheese layer for added flavor and moisture.
Step 5: Bake the Pie
. Place the assembled pie in the preheated oven.
. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until:
. The cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
. The crust is fully cooked and slightly crisp.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
. Allow the pie to cool for about 5 minutes to make slicing easier.
. Slice into wedges and serve hot.
. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for an extra pop of color and flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a crisp Caesar salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Serve with a side of extra marinara or ranch dressing for dipping.
Tips for Success
. Dough Tips: If you’re using homemade dough, let it rise before rolling it out for a lighter and fluffier crust.
. Cheese Options: Swap out mozzarella with a mix of provolone and Parmesan for added flavor.
. Vegetable Variations: Add mushrooms, black olives, or red peppers for additional layers of flavor.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
. (Based on 8 servings)
. Calories: ~500 kcal
. Protein: ~28g
. Carbohydrates: ~26g
. Fat: ~31g
This Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie combines everything you love about pizza into a decadent, filling meal that’s sure to please the whole family. Perfect for pizza nights with a twist!
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