1-Getting started: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F, which is just right for this dish based on the recipe details. You’ll need about 30 minutes to prep and around 1 hour to cook, making it a manageable project for any day.

2-First: heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the 1 pound of ground beef and 1/2 pound of sweet Italian sausage until they’re fully cooked, then drain and save the drippings for extra flavor. This step builds a strong base for the pie’s taste.

3-Next: in the same skillet with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sauté the diced sweet onion and green bell pepper until they soften. Add the seasonings like 1 teaspoon each of dried basil and oregano, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for that perfect spice level. Stir in 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, along with the reserved meat drippings, to blend everything together.

4-Now: mix up the batter using 3 large eggs, 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Grease a 9-10 inch springform pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Pour half the batter into the pan as the base layer.

5-Layer: half the meat mixture on top, followed by 1/2 cup grated Parmesan and 1/4 pound sliced provolone. Add the rest of the meat mixture, then top it with a mix of 1 cup diced scallions, the remaining shredded mozzarella, and the rest of the batter. Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes, and if you like, broil for 1-2 minutes to brown the top. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to make slicing easier.