Beef Pizza Pie

That looks like a delicious, hearty deep-dish Beef Pizza Pie. It’s essentially a cross between a Chicago-style pizza and a savory meat pie.

If you’re looking to recreate this at home, here is a breakdown of how to build it:

The Layers of the Pie

The Crust: A thick, buttery, and flaky pastry or pizza dough pressed into a deep-dish pan or cast-iron skillet to hold the heavy fillings.

The Beef Filling: A thick layer of seasoned ground beef (usually browned with onions, garlic, and Italian herbs). To keep it juicy, it’s often mixed with a bit of marinara.

The Sauce: A rich tomato pomodoro or marinara sauce, usually layered both under and over the meat.

The Topping: A generous blanket of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese, finished with fresh basil and red pepper flakes for a kick.

Quick Preparation Tips

Drain the Meat: After browning the beef, make sure to drain the excess fat so the bottom crust doesn't get soggy.

Par-bake the Crust: If using a very wet filling, bake the dough for about 5–8 minutes alone before adding the ingredients.

The Skillet Method: Using a preheated cast-iron skillet (like the one shown in your image) will give you that perfectly crispy, golden-brown side crust.