Traditional Meat Pie Recipe That Brings a Cozy British Charm
Traditional Meat Pie Recipe That Brings a Cozy British Charm is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for gatherings or family dinners. This dish combines tender ground beef with fresh vegetables and savory spices, all encased in a flaky crust that evokes the warmth of British cuisine. With straightforward instructions, you’ll create a delightful pie that not only satisfies but also brings everyone around the table to share in its comforting flavors. Whether you enjoy it fresh or as leftovers throughout the week, this hearty meat pie promises to be a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (120ml) beef broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 (9-inch) unbaked pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate, allowing it to slightly overhang.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add onions, garlic, and carrots; cook until soft.
- Stir in flour to thicken the mixture, then add beef broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for about 5 minutes and let cool slightly.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and cover with the second crust. Crimp edges tightly and cut slits for steam release. Brush with beaten egg.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg