This keto deep hamburger Beef Sausage & Pepperoni Pie is the perfect comfort food for anyone on a low-carb diet. We cook the layers of Italian sausage, pepperoni, & seasoned minced beef under a golden, cheesy crust to create this hearty, savory dish. The pie has a delicious, custard-like texture that melts in the mouth because of the heavy cream & creamy egg base that ties everything together. It tastes like deep-dish pizza every bite, but without the guilt or the carbohydrates. You can alter it by including low-carb veggies like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms for added taste. Serve this keto deep hamburger Beef Sausage & Pepperoni Pie hot with some roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad for a tasty and well-balanced keto meal.
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STATS:
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Cuisine: American
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Serving size: 1 slice
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Total duration: Forty-five minutes
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: Keto
- Serving: 6
EQUIPMENT:
- Pie dish
- Wooden spoon
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Baking tray
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Half teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ lb. Italian sausage
- ½ cup pepperoni slices
- Two large eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup keto marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- One cup of mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
BEEF:
- Use 80/20 ground beef for a luscious texture & a deep flavor. The pie may get dry if the meat is lean. Let it brown well to develop the taste before adding the seasonings.
SAUSAGE:
- It gives the meal depth & flavor. Choose a sugar-free option to make it keto-friendly.
PEPPERONI:
- Pepperoni gives the pie its traditional pizza flavor & aroma. Use uncured or nitrate-free pepperoni for a cleaner alternative. We have to layer evenly for optimal flavor balance.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese gives it its distinctively mushy texture. Choose mozzarella made with whole milk for improved melting & creaminess.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese contrasts sharply with the mild mozzarella. Use aged cheddar for added richness.
EGGS:
- It holds the layers of cheese & meat together. It produces a fluffy, custard-like crust that keeps the pie in place. Always whisk well to achieve a uniform texture.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream helps create the custard layer and adds creaminess. It doesn’t add carbohydrates while keeping the pie moist. Use unsweetened almond milk instead to cut calories.
KETO MARINARA SAUCE:
- Keto marinara sauce adds tomato flavor without adding additional sugar. Select companies such as Primal Kitchen or Rao’s. Choose sauces with fewer than 5g of net carbohydrates per serving.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Garlic powder gives the pie a delicious richness. It blends without lumps smoothly. A tiny quantity can significantly improve flavor.
ONION POWDER:
- Onion powder adds a little sweetness and fragrance. It is an excellent low-carb substitute for fresh onions & helps balance the meat base’s flavor.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- Italian seasoning is a blend of thyme, basil, and oregano that unifies the flavors of the pizza. You can add a pinch more for additional herbaceous notes.
SALT:
- It enhances each of the dish’s taste layers. Cheese & pepperoni already contain salt, so add with caution.
BLACK PEPPER:
- Black pepper balances the meats’ richness & adds a subtle bite. The finest flavor & aroma come from freshly ground pepper.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use olive oil to sauté a variety of meats. It aids in uniformly browning the beef and supplies healthful lipids.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- We set the oven temperature to 375 degrees F.
- Warm the oil in medium setting in griddle.
- Add sausage & ground meat in the pan.
- Use a spoon to split it up while it cooks till it gets brown.
- Empty the extra grease if required.
- Add the salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, marinara sauce, pepper, & onion powder.
- Cook the beef for two minutes to combine flavors.
- Apply the oil in a pie dish & evenly distribute the ingredients in the dish.
- Then arrange the pepperoni pieces evenly over the meat mixture.
- We whisk the heavy cream & eggs together in another dish.
- Add the egg mixture to cover the top of the pie.
- Sprinkle mozzarella & cheddar cheese over the egg mixture.
- Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes so it gets brown, golden, & bubbly,
- Cool for ten minutes; make slices, & serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Butter Asparagus
- Cauliflower Mash
- Zucchini Noodles
SALADS:
- Keto Caesar Salad
- Spinach Avocado Salad
- Cucumber Feta Salad
- Arugula Parmesan Salad
BREADS & ROLLS:
- Keto Garlic Bread
- Almond Flour Biscuits
- Cheesy Keto Breadsticks
- Cloud Bread
SAUCES & DIPS:
- Sugar-Free Marinara Sauce
- Keto Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Aioli
- Creamy Cheese Sauce
DRINKS:
- Sparkling Water with Lemon
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Bulletproof Coffee
- Keto Lemonade
TIPS:
- We fresh cheese shreds so the cheese melts properly.
- Prepare a mini version of these pies in the ramekins for meal planning.
- Include some olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms for additional texture & taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Place the leftover pie slices in the vessel & stock them for four days
FREEZER:
- Freeze the sprightly wrapped pie slices in the box for 2 months.
FAQs:
Should I exclude the sausage from preparing this pie?
- We can include additional minced beef and turkey to prepare this pie.
Can I include some extra vegetables?
- We can easily include some additional vegetables like bell peppers, olives, mushrooms, or spinach to prepare this pie.
Will I add turkey pepperoni?
- We can easily add turkey pepperoni to prepare this dish; it has low fat content but has lots of protein content as well.
Is this dish spicy?
- This dish is slightly spicy. The spice content depends on the type of sausage, such as pepperoni. Use the variety according to the spice tolerance level.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 420 kcal
Net Carbs: 4 g
Total Carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 32 g
Fat: 32 g
Calcium: 180 g
Iron: 2.5 g
Vitamin A: 120 g
Sodium: 680 g
Potassium: 460 g
Serving Size: 1 slice