Go Back
–+ servings
Meat Pie

Cozy Meat Pie Recipe: Taste the Comfort of Home

This Cozy Meat Pie is a traditional British dish, featuring a flaky crust and a rich beef filling, perfect for comfort and gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Hearty base for meat pie.
  • 1 medium Onion Substitute shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder works as an alternative.
  • 2 medium Carrots Can swap for peas if desired.
  • 2 tbsp Flour Use cornstarch for gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce is a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Thyme Oregano is a suitable substitute.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Pie Crust
  • 1 crust Pie Crust(s) Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash, milk can substitute.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pie plate
  • Oven
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Traditional Meat Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and roll out your pie crust into a pie plate, chill it in the refrigerator.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and add ground beef. Cook until browned, then add onion, garlic, and carrots.
  3. Sprinkle flour, stir, then add broth and sauce until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme, then cool slightly.
  4. Pour the cooled filling into the bottom crust, cover with the top crust, seal edges, and cut slits for steam.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the dough and cool the filling to avoid a soggy crust. Egg wash ensures a golden finish. Freezing leftovers is allowed for up to three months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!