Mozzarella ground beef pie

A Mozzarella Ground Beef Pie is a hearty, cheesy comfort dish with seasoned beef baked under a layer of gooey mozzarella. It’s similar to a casserole or crustless meat pie and works perfectly for dinner or meal prep.

📝 Ingredients (Serves 6)

Filling

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup tomato sauce

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Cheese Layer

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup parmesan cheese (optional)

Optional Crust / Binder

• 2 eggs

• ½ cup milk

• ½ cup flour (or almond flour for low-carb)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Beef

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a skillet cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned.

3. Add garlic, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

4. Simmer for 5 minutes.

2️⃣ Prepare the Pie Base

1. In a bowl whisk eggs, milk, and flour.

2. Pour half of this mixture into a greased baking dish.

3️⃣ Assemble

1. Spread the beef mixture over the base.

2. Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly on top.

3. Pour remaining egg mixture over everything.

4️⃣ Bake

Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbly.

5️⃣ Rest & Serve

Let it sit 10 minutes before slicing so the pie sets properly.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Side salad

• Garlic green beans

• Roasted vegetables

• Steamed broccoli

🔢 Approx Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: ~350

• Protein: ~28g

• Carbs: ~12g

• Fat: ~22g

• Per Serving (6 slices): ~7–8 WW Points

⭐ Tips

✔ Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
✔ Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
✔ Swap flour for almond flour for a low-carb/keto option.