Open-Faced Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry and Rich Gravy
A traditional Australian open-faced meat pie filled with savory minced beef and vegetables, topped with flaky puff pastry and served with a rich homemade gravy. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes layers ground beef, sheet, thawed puff pastry sheet, medium, finely chopped yellow onion 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 550 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
- 500g ground beef
- 1 sheet, thawed puff pastry sheet
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 small, finely diced carrot
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup beef stock
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce (ketchup)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 beaten, for egg wash egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped medium yellow onion and 1 small finely diced carrot, sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 500 grams ground beef to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat until browned and cooked through. Stir in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Step 3: Pour in 1 cup beef stock, 2 tablespoons tomato sauce, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens. Add 1/2 cup frozen peas, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 4: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a floured surface and cut into 4 rectangles large enough to cover your baking dishes or pie tins.
- Step 5: Spoon the meat mixture evenly into four ovenproof dishes. Cover each with a puff pastry rectangle, pressing edges to seal. Brush the pastry tops with 1 beaten egg.
- Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden and puffed. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite gravy.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Open-Faced Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry and Rich Gravy take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Open-Faced Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry and Rich Gravy?
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 Open-Faced Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry and Rich Gravy?
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 Open-Faced Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry and Rich Gravy 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 Open-Faced Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry and Rich Gravy?
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.
Related recipes
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
