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Classic Meat Pie

A comforting and hearty meat pie with seasoned ground meat and vegetables encased in a flaky pastry crust, perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 pound Meat (ground beef or lamb)
  • 1 medium Onion (chopped)
  • 1 medium Carrot (diced)
  • 1 cup Frozen peas
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the crust
  • Prepared pastry crust for a top and bottom layer (store-bought or homemade)

Method
 

Preparation of Filling
  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, then add chopped onion and diced carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook for an additional minute, stirring often.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Then toss in the frozen peas. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembling and Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your pastry crust and fit it into a pie dish.
  2. Pour the meat filling into the crust and cover with the top layer of the pastry. Crimp the edges together to seal and cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  3. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. Once done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Notes

Pair your Classic Meat Pie with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables. For a vegetarian version, consider using a blend of mushrooms, lentils, and vegetables instead of meat.