Ultimate Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake

Ingredients:

1 package pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp 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 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large circle to fit your pie or baking dish.
Assemble the Pie:
Place the dough in a greased pie dish, allowing the edges to overhang.
Spread half of the pizza sauce on the bottom of the dough.
Layer cooked ground beef, mozzarella cheese, bacon (if using), pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, and pickles.
Top with the remaining pizza sauce and an extra layer of mozzarella 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: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy the ultimate pizza burger combo