A comforting, family-friendly dinner inspired by Ree Drummond (The Pioneer Woman). This savory pie has a flaky crust, seasoned beef filling, and a rich, cheesy topping that bakes up golden and delicious.
🧂 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the Crust:
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1 store-bought 9-inch pie crust
(or homemade if preferred)
For the Cheeseburger Filling:
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon ketchup
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1 teaspoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Cheesy Topping:
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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3 large eggs
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1 cup whole milk
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½ cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Optional toppings:
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Cooked bacon bits
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Diced pickles (add after baking)
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Extra cheese on top
🔥 Step-by-Step Directions
🔹 Step 1: Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Place pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
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Crimp edges and set aside.
👉 For a crisper crust, pre-bake (blind bake) for 8 minutes.
🔹 Step 2: Cook the Beef
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Heat a skillet over medium heat.
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Add ground beef and chopped onion.
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Cook until beef is browned and onions are soft (6–8 minutes).
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Drain excess grease.
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Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
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Cook 1–2 more minutes. Remove from heat.
🔹 Step 3: Fill the Crust
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Spread cooked beef mixture evenly into prepared pie crust.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the beef.
🔹 Step 4: Make the Egg Mixture
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In a bowl, whisk together:
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Eggs
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Milk
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Heavy cream
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Flour
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Whisk until smooth.
🔹 Step 5: Assemble
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Slowly pour egg mixture over the beef and cheese.
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It will settle into the layers.
🔹 Step 6: Bake
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, until:
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Center is set
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Top is golden
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If crust browns too quickly, cover edges with foil.
🔹 Step 7: Rest & Serve
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Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
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Add optional toppings like pickles or bacon.
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Serve warm.
🍟 Serving Suggestions
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French fries
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Side salad
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Coleslaw
💡 Tips for Best Results
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Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor.
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Add sautéed mushrooms for extra depth.
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Mix in ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon for a bacon cheeseburger twist.
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Make it crustless for a low-carb version (just grease the pan well).
🧊 Storage
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Refrigerate up to 4 days.
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Reheat slices in oven at 350°F for best texture.
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Freeze up to 2 months.