Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Savory Minced Beef and Pastry Crust
A classic Australian meat pie featuring tender minced beef and rich gravy encased in a golden, flaky pastry crust, perfect for a hearty family dinner. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 60 minutes layers minced beef, medium, finely diced onion, small, finely diced carrot 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 450 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 minced beef
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 1 small, finely diced carrot
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry sheets
- 1, beaten for egg wash egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely diced onion and 1 small finely diced carrot, sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb minced beef to the skillet, cook for 6-8 minutes breaking meat apart until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp plain flour, cook for 1 minute to remove raw taste. Gradually pour in 1 cup beef stock while stirring to avoid lumps, then add 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Step 4: Fold in 1/2 cup frozen peas and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 5: Roll out 2 sheets of frozen puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut into 4 equal rectangles. Spoon the beef mixture onto 2 pastry rectangles, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Step 6: Brush edges with beaten egg, cover with remaining 2 pastry rectangles and press edges to seal. Brush top with beaten egg.
- Step 7: Place pies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Step 8: Remove from oven, let pies rest 5 minutes before serving to allow filling to set.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Savory Minced Beef and Pastry Crust take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 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 Oven-Baked Meat Pie with Savory Minced Beef and Pastry Crust?
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 Savory Minced Beef and Pastry Crust?
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 Savory Minced Beef and Pastry Crust 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 Savory Minced Beef and Pastry Crust?
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.
