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Cheeseburger Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (serves 4-6)
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cheeseburger Pie is a comforting and flavorful casserole that combines a crispy hash brown crust, a savory ground beef mixture, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a family dinner, it cleverly blends classic cheeseburger flavors into an easy-to-make pie that’s satisfying and wholesome.

Ingredients

Crust and Toppings

  • 16-ounce bag shredded hash browns, frozen
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup (5 ounces) finely diced butternut squash
  • 1-1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Beef Mixture

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, very finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the frozen hash browns with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1 tablespoon oil. Toss well to coat the potatoes evenly with seasoning and oil.
  2. Preheat and press the crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Press the seasoned hash browns evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form a crust.
  3. Partially bake the crust: Bake the hash brown crust in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until it starts to crisp and set. Remove it from the oven and set aside.
  4. Cook the beef mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb. ground beef with the diced onion until the beef is browned and onions are translucent. Drain excess fat.
  5. Season the beef: Stir in 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon mustard, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and flavors meld.
  6. Combine butternut squash and milk: In a separate bowl, mix the finely diced butternut squash with 1/2 cup milk and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  7. Assemble the pie: Pour the beef mixture into the partially baked hash brown crust. Evenly distribute the butternut squash and milk mixture over the beef.
  8. Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the pie.
  9. Bake the pie: Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the butternut squash is tender.
  10. Cool and serve: Let the pie rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for a delicious cheeseburger-inspired meal.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, bake the hash brown crust a few minutes longer before adding the beef mixture.
  • Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease in the filling.
  • Substitute butternut squash with diced potatoes if desired.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cheeseburger-pie-recipe-2/