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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: 4-6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This comforting Cheeseburger Pie combines all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger into a hearty baked casserole. A crispy hash brown crust holds a seasoned ground beef filling with onions, tangy ketchup, and mustard, topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese and butternut squash for a subtle sweetness. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this dish serves 4-6 with minimal prep time and a golden, bubbly finish.

Ingredients

Hash Brown Crust

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

Meat Filling

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, very finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Hash Brown Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine the frozen shredded hash browns with 1 tablespoon of oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and milk. Mix well to coat evenly. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and about an inch up the sides of a greased 9-inch pie dish or similar baking dish to form the crust.
  2. Prebake the Crust: Place the crust in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes until it begins to turn golden and crisp around the edges. This step helps set the crust so it holds the filling better.
  3. Cook the Ground Beef Mixture: While the crust prebakes, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and crumble it as it cooks. When the beef starts to brown, add the finely diced onion, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Add Sauce and Vegetables: Stir in the ketchup, mustard, and cornstarch to the beef mixture. Pour in the beef broth and add the finely diced butternut squash. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the squash starts to soften but still holds its shape. Remove from heat.
  5. Assemble the Pie: Pour the cooked beef mixture over the prebaked hash brown crust, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  6. Bake the Pie: Return the assembled pie to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown, and the filling is hot throughout.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the cheeseburger pie cool for about 5 minutes to set before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite side salad or vegetables.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, you can sprinkle some breadcrumbs on top of the cheese before baking.
  • If you like your filling spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some diced jalapeños with the onions.
  • The finely diced butternut squash adds a subtle sweetness and nutrition, but you can substitute with diced carrots if preferred.
  • Make sure to drain excess grease from the ground beef to keep the pie from becoming too oily.
  • This recipe can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking, just increase the baking time by about 10 minutes if baking from cold.

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