Meat Pie Recipe

Mak Erot

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Mar 30, 2025

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The Ultimate Meat Pie Recipe: A Savory Delight

Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? This recipe for the ultimate meat pie will guide you through each step, ensuring a delicious and satisfying result. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this classic comfort food, elevated to perfection!

Ingredients You'll Need:

This recipe yields approximately 6-8 servings. Adjust quantities as needed for larger or smaller batches.

For the Filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground thyme
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

For the Crust:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/2 cup ice water

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Preparing the Savory Filling:

1. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
3. Season and Simmer: Stir in the salt, pepper, nutmeg, and thyme. Add the beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a smooth paste (slurry). Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering meat mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Creating the Flaky Crust:

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Cut in the Butter: Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add Ice Water: Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing lightly until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
4. Chill the Dough: Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, resulting in a more tender crust.

Assembling and Baking Your Meat Pie:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle.
3. Transfer to a Pie Dish: Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges.
4. Add the Filling: Pour the cooled meat filling into the pie crust.
5. Top with the Crust: Roll out the remaining dough into a 12-inch circle. You can either place it over the filling or cut it into strips for a lattice top. Crimp the edges to seal. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges loosely with foil.
7. Cool and Serve: Let the meat pie cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Tips for Meat Pie Perfection:

• Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the taste.
• Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough.
• Chill the dough thoroughly: Chilling the dough helps prevent shrinkage during baking.
• Blind baking (optional): For a crispier bottom crust, you can blind bake it for 15 minutes before adding the filling.

This ultimate meat pie recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Share your creations and tag us! Happy baking!