Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Red Wine Gravy

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Traditional Australian-style meat pie featuring tender beef chunks simmered in a rich red wine gravy, encased in flaky golden pastry. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 110 minutes layers beef chuck, cubed, olive oil, medium, diced 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 520 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb cubed beef chuck and sear for 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pan, add 1 diced medium onion and 1 diced medium carrot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over vegetables and stir for 2 minutes to cook the flour.
  4. Step 4: Slowly pour in 1 cup beef broth and 1/2 cup dry red wine while stirring to avoid lumps. Add 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Return browned beef to the pan, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour until the beef is tender and the sauce thickens.
  6. Step 6: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the beef mixture into a 9-inch pie dish. Roll out 1 sheet of ready-made shortcrust pastry to cover the dish, trimming excess edges. Press pastry edges to seal.
  7. Step 7: Brush the top of the pastry with 1 beaten large egg. Cut a small slit in the center of the pastry to allow steam to escape.
  8. Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crisp. Let cool slightly before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Red Wine Gravy take to make?

Total time is about 110 minutes (20 min prep + 90 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 Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Red Wine 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 Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Red Wine 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 Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Red Wine 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 Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Red Wine 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.

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