Description
Hillbilly Pie, or Poor Man’s Pie, is a comforting dish that warms the heart and fills the belly. This savory pie features a flaky crust enveloping a rich filling of lean ground beef, colorful mixed vegetables, and aromatic spices. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home, this easy-to-make recipe offers endless customization options. With its delicious flavors and nostalgic roots, Hillbilly Pie is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth to create a moist filling.
- Roll out half of the pie crust into a baking dish. Fill with the beef mixture and cover with the remaining crust; seal edges.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg