Beef, Cheese & Tomato pie

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 pie crust, homemade or store-bought

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
3. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until onion is softened and translucent.
4. Stir in dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Add drained diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese until cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
7. Transfer the beef mixture to a 9-inch pie dish.
8. Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface and place it over the beef mixture, tucking the edges of the crust under to seal.
9. Cut a few slits in the top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape.
10. Bake the pie for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
11. Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!