Deep-Dish Hamburger, Sausage & Pepperoni Pie

 🍕🥩 Deep-Dish Hamburger, Sausage & Pepperoni Pie 🍕🔥

A thick, cheesy, meat-loaded deep-dish pizza pie packed with bold flavors and gooey goodness 😍

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

1/2 lb Italian sausage

1 cup pepperoni slices

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 1/2 cups pizza or marinara sauce

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1 refrigerated deep-dish pie crust or pizza dough

1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional for creaminess)

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a deep-dish pie pan or cast-iron skillet.

2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and sausage until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

3. Press the dough into the pan, making sure it comes up the sides to form a deep crust.

4. Spread a thin layer of ricotta cheese on the bottom (optional but delicious).

5. Add a layer of the cooked meat mixture.

6. Sprinkle a generous layer of mozzarella cheese.

7. Add a layer of pepperoni slices.

8. Pour marinara sauce evenly over the top and finish with Parmesan cheese.

9. Brush crust edges with olive oil for a golden finish.

10. Bake for 35–40 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

11. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing for clean layers.

Pro Tip:

For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the dough for 5–7 minutes before adding fillings to avoid sogginess 🍕