Herbed Hamburger Pie with a Cornbread Crust

Transform dinnertime into a comforting culinary adventure with this hearty Herbed Hamburger Pie with a Cornbread Crust. Featuring a savory, herb-infused ground beef filling studded with colorful vegetables, this dish is topped with a golden, slightly sweet cornbread crust that bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes. The combination of aromatic dried thyme, oregano, and paprika adds depth to the beef mixture, while the cornbread layer provides a rustic charm and satisfying texture. Ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family gathering, this recipe packs all the flavors of a homestyle casserole into a simple-to-make pie format. Serve it with a fresh side salad or as a stand-alone meal to delight guests and loved ones alike. Keywords: herbed hamburger pie, cornbread crust, savory casserole, comfort food dinner, homestyle recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, and corn)
• 0.75 cup cornmeal
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 4

Mix in the dried thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the tomato paste and stir until evenly combined.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth and stir to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9-inch pie dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and sugar.

Step 8

Add the milk, beaten egg, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until a smooth batter forms.

Step 9

Pour the cornbread batter over the ground beef mixture in the pie dish, spreading it out evenly to cover the filling.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread crust is golden brown and cooked through (a toothpick inserted into the cornbread should come out clean).

Step 11

Allow the Hamburger Pie to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Cut into slices and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1413.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2300.0

Total Fat 120.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 564.5mg	0%
Sodium 4033.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 54.4g
Protein 110.0g	0%

Vitamin D 134.5IU	0%
Calcium 433.7mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2728.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.8%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 35.6%