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Turkey Pizza Pie

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 27.8
Dietary: Low Carb
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
  • 1 package Spaghetti sauce mix (1.5 oz)
  • 1 can Mushrooms, sliced (2.5 oz)
  • 1 can Tomato paste (6 oz)
  • 1 lb Turkey, ground
  • 1/4 c Milk
  • 1/4 c Bread crumbs, seasoned
  • 1 ts Garlic salt
  • 1/4 ts Pepper
  • 1/2 ts Oregano, crushed
  • 1/4 c Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 c Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175°C).
  2. 2
    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).
  3. 3
    Add the sliced mushrooms and oregano to the saucepan; bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5
    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, milk, seasoned bread crumbs, garlic salt, and pepper.
  6. 6
    Press the turkey mixture evenly over the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to form a crust.
  7. 7
    Spoon the prepared spaghetti sauce evenly into the meat crust; sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. 8
    Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  9. 9
    Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top; bake for 15 minutes longer until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. 10
    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 350°F 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.

Keywords: turkey, pie, pizza, savory, low-carb, keto-friendly, mushrooms, tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, ground turkey, baking, italian, main course, dinner, protein, easy, comfort food
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