Description
These Irresistible British Meat Pies are a festive favorite filled with tender beef, rich gravy, and wrapped in buttery pastry perfection.
Ingredients
1 lb beef chuck, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, chopped
1 cup peas
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp flour
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
1 sheet puff or shortcrust pastry
1 egg (for brushing)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Sauté onions and carrots in olive oil.
3. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides.
4. Stir in flour, thyme, and rosemary.
5. Pour in broth and simmer for 40 minutes.
6. Stir in peas, cook 5 more minutes.
7. Fill pastry shells with mixture and cover with top crust.
8. Brush with egg wash and bake 25–30 minutes.
9. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute beef with chicken thighs or turkey for a lighter option.
Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Irresistible British Meat Pies for Your Next Festive Feast, British meat pies, festive recipes, comfort food