1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%)

1 small onion, chopped

1 can (8 oz) pizza sauce

1 can (11 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original French Bread

2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz)

1 package (3 oz) pepperoni slices

1 egg

1 tablespoon water

Extra pizza sauce (optional, for serving)

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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the pizza sauce and cook for another 2 minutes until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Unroll the Pillsbury™ French Bread dough and press it into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate or deep-dish pizza pan.
Layer the bottom of the dough with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Add the cooked beef and onion mixture on top of the cheese.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the beef mixture.
Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Brush this egg wash over the edges of the dough to give it a golden, shiny finish.
Bake the pizza pie in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Let the pizza pie cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side, if desired.

Meat options: You can substitute ground beef with sausage, turkey, or a combination of meats.

For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and add bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach.

If you love extra cheese, consider adding more mozzarella or a sprinkle of Parmesan on top before baking.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the microwave or oven to maintain the crust’s crispness.