This Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie is the ultimate comfort dish — meaty, cheesy, hearty, and loaded with flavor. Imagine a deep-dish pie stuffed with seasoned ground beef, savory sausage, crispy pepperoni, rich tomato sauce, and plenty of gooey melted cheese. It’s like a cross between a pizza, a lasagna, and a casserole… all baked into one irresistible dish!
Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, game day, or anytime you crave something bold and satisfying.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Meaty Pie
- Extremely hearty and filling
- Packed with three delicious meats
- A fun twist on traditional pizza or casserole
- Easy to make ahead
- Freezer-friendly
- Guaranteed crowd-pleaser
🍕 Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
or - 1 sheet store-bought pizza dough
Meat Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ lb Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 20 pepperoni slices (plus extra for topping)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Sauce & Cheese
- 1½ cups pizza sauce or marinara
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a deep-dish pie pan or 9-inch round baking dish.
- Press the crescent dough or pizza dough into the bottom and up the sides of the dish.
- Pinch any seams together to seal.
- Bake 5–7 minutes, just until lightly set (not brown yet).
This helps prevent a soggy crust.
2. Cook the Meat Mixture
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and sausage until browned.
- Drain excess grease.
- Add onions and sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Pie
Layer in this order:
1️⃣ Sauce layer: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the partially baked crust.
2️⃣ Meat layer: Add the entire beef/sausage mixture.
3️⃣ Pepperoni: Lay pepperoni slices over the meat.
4️⃣ Cheese layer: Add mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan.
5️⃣ Final sauce: Spoon the remaining sauce over the top.
6️⃣ Extra pepperoni: Add a few more slices for decoration.
4. Bake
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden and the crust is fully cooked.
- If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
5. Cool & Serve
Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing so it sets and holds its shape.
Serve warm with:
- Garlic bread
- A crisp salad
- Ranch dipping sauce
- Marinara
🔥 Tips for the Best Deep Meat Pie
- Pre-baking the crust prevents sogginess.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt.
- Add mushrooms, olives, or green peppers for more flavor.
- Swap pizza sauce for Alfredo for a creamy version.
- Spicy sausage adds extra kick.
🍽️ Variations
Supreme Pizza Pie
Add onions, olives, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
Cheesy-Stuffed Crust Pie
Wrap string cheese or mozzarella strips around the edges before baking.
Low-Carb Meat Crust Pie
Skip the dough and press the meat mixture into the pan as a crust!
BBQ Meat Lovers Pie
Replace sauce with BBQ sauce and use cheddar + mozzarella.
🥡 Storage
- Fridge: 3–4 days
- Freezer: Up to 2 months
- Reheat: Bake at 350°F until warm, or air fry in slices for crisp edges.
Deep Hamburger Sausage & Pepperoni Pie
Ingredients
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• ½ lb (225g) Italian sausage (mild or hot), casings removed
• ½ cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce or marinara
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust (or homemade)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg (optional, for binding)
• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and sausage until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Stir in pepperoni, ¾ cup mozzarella, Parmesan, and egg (if using). Mix well.
- Pour mixture into the unbaked pie crust. Top with remaining ¼ cup mozzarella.
- Bake 35–40 minutes, until bubbly, golden, and heated through.
- Let cool 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs.
✨ Serve hot with:
• Garlic bread sticks
• A crisp green salad
• Extra marinara for dipping
💡 Make ahead: Assemble unbaked pie, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake when ready (+5 mins).
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 20 mins , Cook Time : 40 mins , Total Time : 1 hr , Servings : 6 , Calories : 420 per slice , Net Carbs: 22g , Fats: 24g , Protein: 28g