Here it is — a Deep Hamburger Beef Sausage & Pepperoni Pie that’s hearty, cheesy, and packed with bold, meaty flavors. Think of it as a deep-dish pizza meets savory casserole meets meat-lover’s dream.
⭐ Deep Hamburger Beef Sausage & Pepperoni Pie
(Like a loaded deep-dish pizza casserole)
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Meat Layer
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ lb Italian sausage (mild or hot), casings removed
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara
Pie Base / Crust Options (choose one):
Option A – Biscuit crust (easy):
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup milk or buttermilk
Option B – Pre-made pizza dough (fastest)
Option C – No crust (turn it into a baked casserole)
Cheese & Toppings
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- ½–1 cup shredded cheddar (optional, for richness)
- 20–25 slices pepperoni
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Optional add-ins: mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, jalapeños
⭐ Instructions
1. Make the crust (if using Biscuit Crust Option)
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
- Stir in milk just until dough forms.
- Press dough into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a greased deep pie dish or 9×9 baking dish.
If using pre-made pizza dough:
Press it into the pan and pre-bake for 8 minutes.
2. Cook the meat
- In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until browned.
- Add onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Drain excess fat.
- Add pizza sauce and simmer 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the pie
- Spread half the mozzarella over the crust.
- Add all the meat mixture on top.
- Sprinkle cheddar (if using).
- Add the remaining mozzarella.
- Top with pepperoni slices and parmesan.
4. Bake
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–35 minutes, or until:
- The cheese is melted and golden,
- Crust edges are cooked through,
- Pepperoni is slightly crisp.
Let sit 10 minutes before slicing — it firms up beautifully.
⭐ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
- Drizzle with ranch or spicy marinara for extra richness.
⭐ Variations
- Chicago-style twist: Add a top crust of pizza dough and seal the edges.
- Supreme version: Add peppers, olives, and onions.
- Spicy version: Use hot Italian sausage + jalapeños + spicy pepperoni.
If you want, I can also give you a deep-dish version with a buttery pizza crust, a keto crustless version, or a spicy Tex-Mex beef pie!