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Impossible Pie

Impossible Pie: Your New Favorite Crustless Comfort Meal

Impossible Pie is a crustless dish that bakes into its own crust, offering a cozy filling that's easy to customize and budget-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 large Eggs Binds the mixture and creates a custard-like filling.
  • 2 cups Milk Whole or 2% is ideal; substitute with non-dairy alternatives if needed.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Forms the base crust; gluten-free flour may work for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Enriches the filling; can be replaced with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential for rising.
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning; adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Basic seasoning; adjust to taste.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Adds savory, melty flavor; swap with mozzarella, Swiss, or a cheese blend if desired.
  • 1 cup Fillings (optional) Customize with diced ham, cooked bacon, spinach, tomatoes, or zucchini.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Savoury Impossible Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Add melted butter, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper, stirring gently until just combined.
  3. Add shredded cheese and any optional fillings to the mixture, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Pour the filling mixture into the prepared pie dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35-45 minutes until set and golden brown.
  5. Allow the pie to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This crustless pie is customizable, allowing you to use various fillings to suit your taste.

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