Oven-Baked Beef and Vegemite Meat Pies

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Traditional Australian meat pies filled with rich ground beef and a subtle umami boost from Vegemite, encased in flaky pastry. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes pairs ground beef, olive oil, medium, finely diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 Australian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and 1 diced medium carrot; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp Vegemite, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, cooking for 2 minutes to combine.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1 cup beef broth, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes until the filling thickens. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then remove from heat.
  5. Step 5: Roll out the 2 thawed puff pastry sheets and cut into 6 rounds each, about 4 inches in diameter. Spoon the beef mixture into 6 pastry rounds placed in a muffin tin.
  6. Step 6: Cover each with the remaining 6 pastry rounds, pressing edges to seal. Brush tops with 1 beaten egg and cut a small slit in each pie top.
  7. Step 7: Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Beef and Vegemite Meat Pies take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oven-Baked Beef and Vegemite Meat Pies?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Beef and Vegemite Meat Pies?

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 Oven-Baked Beef and Vegemite Meat Pies for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Oven-Baked Beef and Vegemite Meat Pies?

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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