✨ 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:
- 🛢️ Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- 🥩 Add ground meat and cook until browned. Season with spices.
- 🥔 Stir in diced potato and bell pepper. Cook for 10 minutes until tender.
- 🌿 Add parsley and let mixture cool slightly.
Assemble the Pie:
- 🥧 Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a pie dish with crust.
- 🥄 Spoon filling into crust and spread evenly.
- 🧀 Sprinkle cheese on top. Brush crust edges with beaten egg.
- 🔥 Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- ❄️ 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