Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This pizza casserole pie brings together the best parts of a pizza in an easy-to-serve, sliceable form. It’s customizable, allowing you to switch up toppings and protein to suit everyone’s preferences. The flaky crust, melty cheese, and savory filling make it the ultimate comfort food. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, so you can prep it in advance and bake when ready to serve.
Ingredients
- Pie Crust: Store-bought or homemade (pre-baked for 8 minutes)
- Protein: Ground sausage (or ground beef/turkey, or a plant-based alternative)
- Vegetables: Bell peppers, mushrooms, onions
- Toppings: Pepperoni slices
- Cheese: Shredded mozzarella, optional Parmesan or cheddar
- Pizza Sauce: Store-bought or homemade
- Seasoning: Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic, and olive oil
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
Directions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pie crust, place in a deep dish pie plate, brush with olive oil, and pre-bake for 8 minutes.
- Cook the Filling: Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil. Add ground sausage, cook until browned, then drain. Add pizza sauce, cheese, pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, and seasoning.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the filling into the crust, top with cheese and more pepperoni if desired. Add a top crust, seal, and slash for steam.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
- Serve: Cool slightly, slice, and enjoy!
Servings and Timing
- Servings: 6-8
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Baking time: 35-40 minutes
Variations
- Veggie Lovers: Swap sausage for sautéed spinach, zucchini, or artichokes for a vegetarian option.
- Different Cheeses: Use different cheeses like provolone or cheddar for more flavor.
Storage/Reheating
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven to crisp the crust back up. Freeze baked pie for up to 1 month, reheating from frozen.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different crust?
Yes, you can use puff pastry, biscuit dough, or pizza dough.
2. Can I make it ahead?
Yes, you can prepare the filling and crust ahead of time and bake when ready.
3. Can I use ground beef instead of sausage?
Yes, ground beef or turkey will work just fine.
4. Can I freeze this pie?
Yes, freeze the baked pie and reheat from frozen when needed.
5. Can I use a different pizza sauce?
Yes, homemade or store-bought sauce will both work.
Conclusion
This Pizza Casserole Pie is a hearty, cheesy comfort food that combines the best parts of pizza in a satisfying and easy-to-serve pie form. Perfect for family meals or parties, it’s both customizable and make-ahead friendly!
Print
Hearty Pizza Casserole Pie
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Pizza Casserole Pie is the ultimate comfort food, combining all the best parts of a pizza in a savory casserole pie form. With a flaky pie crust, hearty sausage, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and flavorful pizza sauce, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy a slice of pizza in a whole new way!
Ingredients
Pie Crust: Store-bought or homemade (pre-baked for 8 minutes)
Protein: Ground sausage (or ground beef/turkey, or a plant-based alternative)
Vegetables: Bell peppers, mushrooms, onions
Toppings: Pepperoni slices
Cheese: Shredded mozzarella, optional Parmesan or cheddar
Pizza Sauce: Store-bought or homemade
Seasoning: Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic, and olive oil
Instructions
-
Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pie crust, place it in a deep-dish pie plate, brush with olive oil, and pre-bake for 8 minutes.
-
Cook the Filling: Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil. Add ground sausage, cook until browned, then drain. Stir in pizza sauce, cheese, pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, and seasoning.
-
Assemble the Pie: Pour the filling into the crust, top with cheese and additional pepperoni if desired. Add a top crust, seal the edges, and slash the top for steam to escape.
-
Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
-
Serve: Let cool slightly before slicing and enjoying!
Notes
Veggie Lovers: Swap sausage for sautéed spinach, zucchini, or artichokes for a vegetarian option.
Different Cheeses: Use provolone, cheddar, or any cheese you prefer for extra flavor.
Customizable Protein: You can use ground beef, turkey, or plant-based protein to suit dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
