Description
Hillbilly Pie, fondly known as Poor Man’s Pie, offers a delightful blend of ground beef, colorful vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes enveloped in a golden crust. This nostalgic dish is not only comforting but also incredibly versatile, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or cozy nights at home. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a meal that warms both the heart and the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 pie crust or puff pastry
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook until heated through.
- Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender; then drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the beef mixture in the baking dish, top with mashed potatoes and shredded cheese. If using pie crust, place it over the filling.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg