What is good about beef pie
A Beef Pie is very satisfying and provides a warm meal on a cold day. The combination of tender mince and crispy pastry creates a wonderful texture. You can easily adapt the vegetables to suit your own taste or use up what is in the fridge. It is a budget friendly dish that most children and adults enjoy.
How to get beef pie ready
The filling: Heat the oil in a frying pan and brown the beef mince until it is no longer pink. Add the chopped onion and diced carrots to the pan and cook for five minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for one more minute to thicken the juices.
The sauce: Pour the beef stock into the pan and stir well to combine all the ingredients. Let the mixture simmer on a low heat for ten minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with a little salt and pepper if you like.
The pastry: Transfer the meat mixture into a medium baking dish. Unroll the puff pastry and place it over the top of the dish. Trim any excess pastry from the edges and press down with a fork to seal it.
The baking: Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 200C and bake for twenty five minutes. Serve your Beef Pie while it is hot and the pastry is flaky.
The best tips for beef pie
Make sure the filling is not too watery before you put the pastry on top. If the sauce is thin, you can simmer it for a few extra minutes without a lid. Brushing the pastry with egg is important because it gives the Beef Pie a professional look.
You can also use shortcrust pastry if you prefer a more solid base rather than a flaky top. Try to cut small slits in the top of the pastry to let steam escape while it cooks. This prevents the pastry from becoming soggy on the underside.
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