Impossibly Easy Cheeseburger Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat in a large skillet. Drain any excess fat.
3. Stir in the chili beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, and pepper and simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
4. Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it into a greased 12-inch pie plate.
5. Spread the chili mixture evenly over the dough.
6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per slice
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Easy to prepare and cook
• Savory and satisfying
• Perfect for casual gatherings
• Suitable for a wide range of American tastes

User Comments:

• "This cheeseburger pie was so easy to make and it turned out delicious!"
• "I love that I could use ingredients I already had on hand."
• "The flavors were spot-on and the crust was flaky and buttery."
• "I served this to my family and they raved about it."
• "Definitely a keeper recipe!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the ground beef is fully cooked before adding it to the pie.
• Use a non-stick pie plate or grease it well to prevent sticking.
• Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving to avoid a soupy filling.
• Serve with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, fries, or a green salad.