Easy Ground Beef Pie – Crispy 30-Minute Dinner

A ground beef dinner does not have to be complicated. You can make a simple pie that everyone will eat. This dish works well for busy evenings when you are tired.

The filling is savory and the top gets crispy. You do not need fancy ingredients to make it taste good. Just mix the beef with spices and put it in a pan.

About the Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef

Use 85% lean beef so the fat does not drip too much. Drain any extra grease before adding other items.

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-packaged bags. Sharp cheddar adds a nice bite to the mild beef.

1 tube refrigerated pie crusts

Two crusts work best for a double-layered pie. Keep them cold until you roll them out to prevent shrinking.

1 small onion diced

Yellow onions give a sweet flavor when cooked. Green onions work if you want a milder taste.

2 teaspoons garlic powder

Garlic powder blends faster than fresh minced garlic. Add more if you like a stronger spice kick.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the beef mixture

Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the grease once the meat is fully cooked and crumbly.

2. Add cheese and spices

Stir in the garlic powder and half of the shredded cheese while warm. Remove the pan from heat and set the filling aside to cool slightly.

3. Roll out the bottom crust

Place one pie crust into a greased 9-inch pie plate. Press the dough gently against the sides without stretching it thin.

4. Fill the pie shell

Spoon the beef mixture evenly into the chilled crust base. Spread it flat so the top layer sits level for even baking.

5. Cover with second crust

Lay the second pie crust over the filling and trim the edges. Seal the edges by pressing them down with a fork.

6. Cut vents and brush tops

Cut four slits in the top crust to let steam escape. Brush the surface lightly with milk or beaten egg for shine.

7. Bake until golden brown

Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 25 minutes. The crust should look deep golden and the cheese bubbling at the sides.

8. Rest before serving

Let the pie cool on a wire rack for ten minutes before cutting. This step keeps the layers intact when you slice it.

Delicious Variations

• Add black beans and corn for a southwestern twist
• Mix in cream cheese for a creamy texture change
• Top with crushed potato chips instead of pie crust

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Make this dish this week for a simple yet satisfying meal. It requires little effort but delivers big flavors every time.

Ground Beef Dinner Recipes

This ground beef dinner features a cheesy, savory pie you can make in under 40 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need something hearty and quick.

15 minPrep time35 minCook time6Servings320 kcalCalories

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🧂 Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tube refrigerated pie crusts
• 1 small onion diced
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

📋 Instructions

1. 1Cook the beef mixture — Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the grease once the meat is fully cooked and crumbly.
2. 2Add cheese and spices — Stir in the garlic powder and half of the shredded cheese while warm. Remove the pan from heat and set the filling aside to cool slightly.
3. 3Roll out the bottom crust — Place one pie crust into a greased 9-inch pie plate. Press the dough gently against the sides without stretching it thin.
4. 4Fill the pie shell — Spoon the beef mixture evenly into the chilled crust base. Spread it flat so the top layer sits level for even baking.
5. 5Cover with second crust — Lay the second pie crust over the filling and trim the edges. Seal the edges by pressing them down with a fork.
6. 6Cut vents and brush tops — Cut four slits in the top crust to let steam escape. Brush the surface lightly with milk or beaten egg for shine.
7. 7Bake until golden brown — Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 25 minutes. The crust should look deep golden and the cheese bubbling at the sides.
8. 8Rest before serving — Let the pie cool on a wire rack for ten minutes before cutting. This step keeps the layers intact when you slice it.

👨🍳 Chef's Note: Ensure the meat is fully drained to maintain a crisp crust texture throughout. Check the crust color frequently to avoid burning.

Servings: 6

Cuisine: American

Course: Main Course

Simple Cooker Recipes55 minutes

Nutrition (per serving): 320 kcal · 18g protein · 24g carbs · 16g fat