This Turkey Pizza Pie is a creative and savory main dish that transforms traditional pizza ingredients into a hearty, pie-style meal. The star of the recipe is the edible crust made from seasoned ground turkey, which provides a protein-rich base that replaces traditional dough. Topped with a robust spaghetti sauce simmered with mushrooms and oregano, and finished with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, this dish offers all the comforting flavors of a classic pizza in a unique format. It is an excellent choice for low-carb diets or for those looking to reduce pasta intake without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for a family dinner or a quick weeknight meal, it combines the ease of baking with the satisfaction of a homemade savory pie.
Turkey Pizza Pie
Description
This Turkey Pizza Pie is a creative and savory main dish that transforms traditional pizza ingredients into a hearty, pie-style meal. The star of the recipe is the edible crust made from seasoned ground turkey, which provides a protein-rich base that replaces traditional dough. Topped with a robust spaghetti sauce simmered with mushrooms and oregano, and finished with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, this dish offers all the comforting flavors of a classic pizza in a unique format. It is an excellent choice for low-carb diets or for those looking to reduce pasta intake without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for a family dinner or a quick weeknight meal, it combines the ease of baking with the satisfaction of a homemade savory pie.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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In a saucepan, combine the spaghetti sauce mix, tomato paste, and approximately 1/2 cup of water (or enough water to fill half of the empty tomato paste can).
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Add the sliced mushrooms and oregano to the saucepan; bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, milk, seasoned bread crumbs, garlic salt, and pepper.
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Press the turkey mixture evenly over the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to form a crust.
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Spoon the prepared spaghetti sauce evenly into the meat crust; sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top; bake for 15 minutes longer until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Cool slightly before cutting into wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 27.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.3g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 1.1g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Cover leftovers tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ðF until warmed through.
Substitution: You can use ground chicken or lean ground beef instead of ground turkey for a different flavor profile.
Tip: Ensure the turkey crust is pressed firmly against the pie plate to prevent it from shrinking or cracking during baking.
