Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lbs

hamburger

ground

1 can

cream of potato soup

condensed

0.5 cup

green pepper

chopped

1 unit

onion

chopped

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

ground

8 unit

cheddar cheese

grated

1 unit

egg

beaten

2 unit

pie crusts

uncooked

Step 1
~5 min

Cook hamburger, green pepper, and onion in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned and vegetables are softened. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2
~5 min

Remove the skillet from heat and drain off any excess grease.

Step 3
~5 min

Stir in the cream of potato soup until well combined.

Step 4
~5 min

Do not add water.

Step 5
~5 min

Line the bottom of a deep-dish pie pan with one uncooked pie crust.

Step 6
~5 min

Spoon half of the meat mixture into the pie crust.

Step 7
~5 min

Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Repeat layers with the remaining meat mixture and cheddar cheese.

Step 9
~5 min

Top with the second pie crust and seal the edges using a fork.

Step 10
~5 min

In a small bowl, whisk the egg well.

Step 11
~5 min

Brush the egg wash evenly over the top pie crust.

Step 12
~5 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for approximately 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of sour cream or cream cheese to the top before baking for extra richness.

Use a pizza cutter to slice the pie after baking.

Let the pie cool slightly before serving to prevent the filling from being too runny.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of coleslaw or green beans.

Pair with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Green Beans
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple in American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Family dinners

Occasion Tags

Casual dinner
Potluck
Family gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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