{"id":601,"date":"2026-01-12T10:02:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T10:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=601"},"modified":"2026-01-12T10:02:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T10:02:26","slug":"cheeseburger-pie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/12\/cheeseburger-pie\/","title":{"rendered":"CHEESEBURGER PIE"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>CHEESEBURGER PIE<\/h2>\n<p>Inspired by Pioneer Woman<\/p>\n<p>All the flavors of a classic cheeseburger baked inside a flaky pie crust. Easy to prepare, hearty, and perfect for family dinners.<\/p>\n<h2>INGREDIENTS<\/h2>\n<h3>FOR THE FILLING<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 lb ground beef (80\/20)<\/li>\n<li>1 small yellow onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon mustard (optional)<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons ketchup<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra melt)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>FOR THE CRUST<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>FOR THE CUSTARD TOPPING<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 cup milk<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup heavy cream (optional, for richness)<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>INSTRUCTIONS<\/h2>\n<h3>STEP 1: PREHEAT AND PREPARE THE CRUST<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/li>\n<li>Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish.<\/li>\n<li>Crimp the edges if desired and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>STEP 2: COOK THE BEEF MIXTURE<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.<\/li>\n<li>Add chopped onion and cook for 3\u20134 minutes until softened.<\/li>\n<li>Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.<\/li>\n<li>Season with salt, pepper, paprika, mustard, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.<\/li>\n<li>Remove from heat and let cool slightly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>STEP 3: ASSEMBLE THE PIE<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust.<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle cheddar cheese and mozzarella evenly over the meat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>STEP 4: PREPARE THE EGG MIXTURE<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.<\/li>\n<li>Slowly pour the mixture over the beef and cheese.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>STEP 5: BAKE<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Place the pie in the oven and bake for 35\u201340 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.<\/li>\n<li>If the crust browns too quickly, cover edges with foil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>STEP 6: REST AND SERVE<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing.<\/li>\n<li>Serve warm with a simple salad, pickles, or fries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>TIPS AND VARIATIONS<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Add cooked bacon for extra flavor.<\/li>\n<li>Swap cheddar for Colby Jack or American cheese.<\/li>\n<li>Add diced pickles or a drizzle of burger sauce before serving.<\/li>\n<li>Use ground turkey for a lighter version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CHEESEBURGER PIE Inspired by Pioneer Woman All the flavors of a classic cheeseburger baked inside a flaky pie crust. 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