Get ready to revolutionize dinner time with the ultimate comfort food mashup that will have kids and adults alike begging for seconds! 🍽️ Imagine a mouthwatering pie that combines the classic childhood favorite of sloppy joes with creamy mashed potatoes, all topped with gooey melted cheese. This Kid Friendly Sloppy Joe Mashed Potato Pie is not just a meal – it's a culinary adventure that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dining experience that will make you the superhero of the kitchen!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup sloppy joe sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure that your pie bakes evenly and thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of mashed potatoes with 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the 1 lb of ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the ground beef is fully cooked, drain any excess grease from the skillet. Then, stir in the 1 cup of sloppy joe sauce, mixing well to coat the beef evenly. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a greased 9-inch pie dish, spread half of the mashed potato mixture evenly across the bottom to create a crust.
- Pour the sloppy joe mixture over the mashed potato crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the 1 cup of shredded cheese over the sloppy joe mixture, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
- Using the remaining mashed potato mixture, dollop it over the cheese layer. Gently spread it out with a spatula to cover the cheese completely.
- Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. This will help the layers set and make serving easier.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Kid Friendly Sloppy Joe Mashed Potato Pie with your family!
Tips
- • For extra creamy mashed potatoes, use warm milk and butter when preparing the base • Make sure to drain excess grease from the ground beef to prevent a soggy pie • Let the pie rest for 5 minutes after baking to help the layers set and make cutting easier • For a healthier version, use lean ground beef or ground turkey • Add some finely diced vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to the sloppy joe mixture for extra nutrition • Use a non-stick pie dish or generously grease the dish to prevent sticking • For a crispy top, broil the pie for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for best texture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 463kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 80mg
