Dixie Pie is a beloved Southern dessert known for its rich filling and buttery crust. But what happens when you pair this sweet treat with savory Sloppy Joe sauce and crispy fries?
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 bag Ore-Ida fries frozen
- 1 onion chopped, medium
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 Sloppy Joe sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- dash parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Fries:
- Spread the frozen fries on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the fries are lightly browned, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and set aside.
Cook the Ground Beef Mixture:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef.
- Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper, and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Drain excess grease from the skillet.
- Add the can of Sloppy Joe sauce to the beef mixture, stirring to combine.
- Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assemble the Casserole:
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- In a casserole dish, layer half of the baked fries on the bottom.
- Pour the beef mixture over the fries, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining fries.
Bake the Casserole:
- Bake the assembled casserole at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.
Serve:
- Remove from the oven, and let the casserole stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Garnish with a dash of parsley.
- Serve with your favorite salad or side dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 645kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 98gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 281mgSodium: 303mgPotassium: 1778mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 440IUVitamin C: 96mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 11mg