Deep Hamburger Sausage Pepperoni Bake

How to make Deep Hamburger Sausage Pepperoni Bake

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust or puff pastry into a deep-dish pie pan and crimp the edges. Set aside.

Step 2: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.

Step 3: Add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4: Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5: Spread half of the meat mixture into the crust. Top with 1 cup of mozzarella and half the Parmesan. Repeat with remaining meat and cheeses.

Step 6: Arrange pepperoni slices on top in a single layer.

Step 7: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley or basil if desired.

Recipe Variations and Possible Substitutions

• Crust options: Use crescent roll dough, biscuit dough, or even a thin pizza crust.
• Veggie boost: Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach to the meat mixture.
• Spicy version: Use hot Italian sausage and add red pepper flakes.
• Cheese swap: Mix in provolone, cheddar, or a pizza blend instead of just mozzarella.

Storage and Reheating Tips

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Freezing: Freeze the baked dish (cooled) for up to 2 months. Wrap tightly and thaw overnight before reheating.