Impossible Lasagna Pie
All the flavor of lasagna without the fuss of noodles! This “impossible” pie layers cheeses, seasoned beef, and a simple Master Mix batter that magically turns into a golden crust as it bakes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd with minimal effort.
Servings: 6
Calories: 427kcal
Cost: $8–$10
Equipment
- 9-inch pie pan (at least 1 1/4 inches deep)
- Skillet
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup small curd whole cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 1/2 cup Master Mix* or Bisquick
- 1 cup water or milk if using Bisquick
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- Chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 9-inch pie pan that’s at least 1 1/4 inches deep.
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Layer the cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese in the pie pan.
- Stir 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste into the cooked beef until well combined. Spoon evenly over the cheese layer.
- In a bowl, stir together Master Mix, water, salt, pepper, and eggs until smooth. Pour over the pie pan ingredients.
- Bake 30–35 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese over the top and bake 1–2 minutes more, until melted.
- Let the pie rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Master Mix tip: If you’re using Bisquick, swap milk for water to account for the milk already in Master Mix. Click here for the Master Mix recipe →
Sauce option: Heat leftover spaghetti sauce to serve alongside for extra flavor.
Make-ahead: Assemble the pie ahead of time, refrigerate, and bake a few extra minutes if chilled.
Cheese swaps: Use provolone, Fontina, or a mix of cheeses if you want a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 981mg | Potassium: 587mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 830IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 295mg | Iron: 3mg
