Baked Pumpkin and Bacon Meat Pie with Puff Pastry
A hearty Australian-style meat pie filled with roasted pumpkin, crispy bacon, and savory beef in a flaky puff pastry crust. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 65 minutes layers beef mince, diced, roasted pumpkin, chopped bacon rashers into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef mince
- 1 cup diced, roasted pumpkin
- 4 slices, chopped bacon rashers
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 sheets, thawed frozen puff pastry sheets
- 1 beaten, for egg wash egg
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 cup diced pumpkin with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt, then roast on a baking tray for 20 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, cook 4 chopped bacon slices over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes, then add 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb beef mince and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, breaking up the meat, and cook until browned, about 7 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, cooking for 2 minutes to thicken. Gradually pour in 1 cup beef broth and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
- Step 5: Fold the roasted pumpkin into the beef mixture, season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, then remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Step 6: Roll out 2 thawed puff pastry sheets on a floured surface. Cut one sheet to line four individual 4-inch pie tins. Fill each with the meat and pumpkin mixture, then cover with the second pastry sheet cut into matching circles.
- Step 7: Seal edges by pressing with a fork, brush tops with 1 beaten egg, and cut small vents to release steam.
- Step 8: Bake pies for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with tomato sauce or mushy peas.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Pumpkin and Bacon Meat Pie with Puff Pastry take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Baked Pumpkin and Bacon Meat Pie with Puff Pastry?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Pumpkin and Bacon Meat Pie with Puff Pastry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Pumpkin and Bacon Meat Pie with Puff Pastry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Pumpkin and Bacon Meat Pie with Puff Pastry?
Australian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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