Ultimate Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake

Ingredients:

1 package pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
1/2 cup pepperoni slices
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup sliced bell peppers
1/4 cup sliced pickles (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Prepare the Ground Beef:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Roll Out the Dough:
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large circle to fit your baking dish.

Assemble the Pie:
Place the rolled-out dough in a greased pie dish, allowing the edges to hang over. Spread half of the pizza sauce on the bottom. Layer the cooked ground beef, followed by mozzarella cheese, bacon (if using), pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, and pickles. Top with the remaining pizza sauce and an extra layer of cheese.

Fold and Seal:
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to seal. Brush the top with olive oil for a golden finish.

Bake the Pie:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Serve and Enjoy:
Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy your cheesy pizza burger creation!