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Guinness Beef Pie Bursting with Flavor

Guinness Beef Pie Bursting with Flavor for Cozy Nights

This Guinness Beef Pie Bursting with Flavor is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Can substitute with canola or olive oil.
  • 1 pound Ground beef (minced beef) Grass-fed offers richer flavor.
  • 1 large Large white onion Yellow onions work as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Shallots can be a good substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour Cornstarch is a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Guinness stout Other dark stouts can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Beef stock Homemade or quality store-bought is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Ketchup can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Use fresh thyme if available, at three times the amount.
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff pastry Ensure it's chilled before use.
  • 1 beaten Egg For egg wash, can skip for a vegan option.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste teaspoon Ground black pepper White pepper can be used for a milder heat.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pie dish
  • oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add minced beef and cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and sauté chopped large white onion for about 4–5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  4. Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the sautéed onions and garlic, stir, and cook for another minute. Gradually pour in Guinness stout, stirring for about 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Return the browned minced beef to the skillet, pour in beef stock and add tomato paste. Stir and sprinkle in dried thyme. Simmer for about 45 minutes.
  6. Transfer the filling to a pie dish, roll out puff pastry on a floured surface, cover the filling, and seal edges tightly.
  7. Brush the surface of the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish. If vegan, score the top lightly to allow steam to escape.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  9. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose quality ingredients to enhance the flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste, and allow the pie to rest before serving for better slicing and flavor melding.

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