Beef Pocket Pies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Juicy beef pockets filled with savory vegetables and melted Monterey Jack cheese, perfect for a quick, satisfying meal or snack with bold flavors and crispy crust.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tsp. flavor enhancer
  • 1 1/2 tsp. horseradish
  • 1 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 2 deep dish pie crust shells, thawed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Remove frozen pie crusts from the tin and gently fold the edge away to release.
  3. Place thawed pie crusts upright on an ungreased baking sheet.
  4. Cook the ground beef with chopped red bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, flavor enhancer, and horseradish until beef is browned and vegetables are tender.
  5. Divide shredded Monterey Jack cheese, placing a portion on each crust.
  6. Add the cooked beef and vegetable mixture on top of the cheese.
  7. Top with additional cheese if desired, then fold the crust edges over to create a pocket and seal.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

208 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.4g 15% DV
Total Fat 12.6g 16% DV
Carbs 17.3g 6% DV
Fiber 2.2g 8% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 279.5mg 12% DV
Potassium 376.8mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 17.8mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 93.3mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 45.2mg 50% DV
Vitamin D 6.6mcg 33% DV
Calcium 49.3mg 4% DV
Iron 1.7mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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