Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of this delicious meat pie recipe that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. A flavorful meat filling wrapped in a buttery crust, this comforting dish is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Crust:
- 2 prepared pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Cook meat: Add ground beef, cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, paprika, and nutmeg.
- Thicken filling: Sprinkle flour over meat, stir in broth and Worcestershire sauce until thickened.
- Add veggies: Stir in potatoes, cook for 8 minutes, then add peas and carrots. Simmer until tender.
- Assemble: Place one pie crust in a dish, add filling, cover with second crust, seal edges, cut slits, and brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- This meat pie is versatile – try with chicken, turkey, or lamb.
- For added richness, sprinkle shredded cheese in the filling.
- Leftovers can be reheated or frozen for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food, European-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
