Savory Meat & Veggie Pie with Cheese Crust 🥧🥩🧅🫑🧀

✨ Introduction

This hearty pie 🥧 is filled with seasoned ground meat 🥩, sautéed vegetables 🧅🫑, and topped with melted cheese 🧀. Perfect for ftour, cozy dinners, or festive gatherings—rich, golden, and satisfying! 😋

🧂 Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 🥩 300 g ground beef or lamb
• 🧅 1 onion, chopped
• 🫑 ½ red bell pepper, diced
• 🥔 1 small potato, peeled and diced
• 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 🧂 Salt, pepper, paprika, cumin to taste
• 🛢️ 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 🌿 Optional: chopped parsley

For the Crust:

• 🌾 1 ready-made pie crust or homemade shortcrust

For the Topping:

• 🧀 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 🥚 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare the Filling:

1. 🛢️ Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. 🥩 Add ground meat and cook until browned. Season with spices.
3. 🥔 Stir in diced potato and bell pepper. Cook for 10 minutes until tender.
4. 🌿 Add parsley and let mixture cool slightly.

Assemble the Pie:

1. 🥧 Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a pie dish with crust.
2. 🥄 Spoon filling into crust and spread evenly.
3. 🧀 Sprinkle cheese on top. Brush crust edges with beaten egg.
4. 🔥 Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
5. ❄️ Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

🔄 Methods

• Use chicken or turkey instead of beef 🐔.
• Add mushrooms, spinach, or carrots for extra veggies 🍄🥬🥕.
• Make it spicy with chili flakes or harissa 🌶️.
• Serve with salad or soup 🥗🍲.

📚 History

Savory pies are beloved in Mediterranean and Moroccan kitchens 🇲🇦🇬🇷, often served during Ramadan or family meals. This version blends classic flavors with cheesy comfort.

💪 Benefits

• 🥩 Protein from meat
• 🧅 Fiber and antioxidants from vegetables
• 🧀 Calcium from cheese
• 🌾 Energy from crust and potatoes

🎨 Formation

Serve warm in slices with golden cheese on top and fresh herbs 🌿. Ideal for ftour, brunch, or cozy dinners 🍽️.

✅ Conclusion

Savory Meat & Veggie Pie with Cheese Crust is rich, flavorful, and comforting—a golden slice of joy in every bite! 🥧🥩🧅🫑🧀✨

❤️ Lovers

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families
• 🧑‍🍳 Pie lovers
• 🥩 Meat fans
• 🧀 Cheese enthusiasts
• 🎉 Comfort food seekers