Traditional Meat Pie Recipe That Brings a Cozy British Charm
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Traditional Meat Pie Recipe that brings a cozy British charm to your dinner table. This delightful dish features a flaky crust enveloping a hearty beef filling, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this pie not only warms the heart but also tantalizes the taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small carrot (diced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ cup beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 unbaked pie crusts (9-inch)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add onion, garlic, and carrot, cooking until soft.
- Stir in flour, then add beef broth along with salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for about 5 minutes; let cool slightly.
- Place one pie crust in a pie plate, fill with the cooled mixture, and cover with the second crust. Seal edges and cut slits on top.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg