Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Oven temperature should be at 180 degrees Celsius 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Prepare the Filling: The olive oil into the frying pan over medium heat. After which add the onion and garlic to fry till they start melting down.
Cook the Meat: Ground beef needs to be added in a pan and cooked till browned. Dispose of overspill fat.
Add the Vegetables and Seasoning: Toss in the chopped red bell pepper, paprika, dried oregano, cumin, and also season with salt and pepper. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so until the vegetables are soft.
Prepare the Filling Mixture: Take the skillet off the flame. Beat in cream cheese into the beef mixture till it melts and fuses.
Arrange the Pie: Stretch the pie crust and place it into a pie plate. Add beef and vegetables in the crust.
Apply the Cheese: Top the beef mixture with grated cheddar cheese.
Put Together the Egg Mixture: Crack two eggs and place them in base of bowl, add enough milk to fill the bowl. Then add this to the top of the pie so that it gets into the filling.
Baking: After 25-30 minutes or until the pie is deep golden on top, and the filling has set, remove from the oven in which you have left the pie.
As to Decoration And Dish Serving: Wait for about a few minutes and then garnish the pie with chopped parsley. Cut the pie into slices and serve warm.
Hints for Success:
Pre Baking of the Surface: Important for those who wish the lower part of the pie to be crisper. It is suggested to pre-bake the surface for 10 minutes before filling the pie.
Variations in Cheese: Use your choice of a few cheeses such as mozzarella, gouda, blue cheese etc. for this dish.
Variation in Veggies: Replace or add more vegetables such as mushroom, spinach, or zucchini for a different taste.
Health Benefits:
Protein Content: The ground beef is rich in protein which is important for maintenance and development of health.
Vegetable Nutrients: The red bell peppers provide potent doses of vitamins A and C that are critical in helping to boost immunity and for skin health as well.
Calcium: Cheese and milk are added thus contribute calcium that is very important in maintaining strong and healthy bones and teeth.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
Calories: 450 kcal
Protein: 22g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fat: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 580mg
Variations and Substitution:
Vegetarian Version: Share the ground beef with the mixture of fried mushrooms lentils and spinach.
Low-Carb Option: Do not use a pie crust and fill up the filling in a greased dish for a crustess pie.
Spicy Twist: Chopped jalapenos or cayenne pepper can be used in a little way for some spiciness in the recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Can I make this pie ahead of time? You can make the filling separately as well as the pie crust and later on assemble not until when you are about to provide heat. You are also allowed to bake the whole pie and wait to provide it later on when the heat is required.
Can I freeze this pie? Yes!! This pie can be kept in the freezer with no problem. You have to cover it tightly with cling film and then foil it up and freeze. You have to place it in the refrigerator for twelve hours before using and place it back into a heated oven.
What goes well with this pie? A fresh green salad or some boiled vegetables can be taken as a perfect side dish. You may also accompany it with sour cream or salsa.
Conclusion:
The Cheesy Beef and Vegetable Pie is practically all the reasons you got over here, easy to assemble and consistently put on food for even the fussiest of the customers. Whether you relish having it immediately from the oven or the next day as leftovers, this pie is worth over a mile. Do play around with your varieties for this dish, and have fun eating the comforting taste of this filling dish!
