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Meat Pie

Hearty Meat Pie That Brings Comfort to Every Dinner Table

This hearty meat pie brings comfort to your dinner table with its rich flavors and customizable ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground lamb or turkey if desired.
  • 1 medium Onion Use shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves yield the best taste.
  • 2 medium Carrots Substitute with celery for crunchier texture.
  • 0.5 cup All-purpose Flour Use cornstarch for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be an alternative.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Thyme Substitute with rosemary or oregano if preferred.
Crust
  • 2 crusts Pie Crusts Store-bought for convenience or homemade.
  • 1 large Egg For wash, omit if vegan.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • pie plate
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and press one pie crust into a pie plate.
  2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned for about 5–7 minutes. Drain fat and add onions, garlic, and carrots.
  3. Sprinkle in flour, stir well, then add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, simmer for 10 minutes until thick.
  4. Season the thickened filling with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Pour the filling into the pie crust and cover with the second crust, crimp edges to seal and cut slits on top.
  6. Brush the top crust with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown, keep an eye on the edges and cover with foil if necessary.
  8. Let the pie cool for about 10 minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill the crust before using for a better texture. Cool the filling before adding to the crust to avoid sogginess.

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