Slow-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry
A traditional Australian meat pie filled with rich minced beef and gravy, encased in flaky puff pastry and baked to a golden finish. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 65 minutes layers olive oil, medium yellow onion, finely chopped, garlic cloves, minced 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 480 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
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 sheets (about 250 g) frozen puff pastry sheets
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 500 g ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 3 tbsp all-purpose flour over the beef and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook the flour and thicken the mixture.
- Step 4: Slowly pour in 1 cup beef broth while stirring, then add 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened and rich.
- Step 5: Roll out 2 sheets (about 250 g) frozen puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Line four 6-inch pie tins with pastry, filling each with the beef mixture.
- Step 6: Cover each pie with a puff pastry lid, pressing edges to seal. Brush the top of each pie with 1 beaten large egg for a golden finish.
- Step 7: Bake pies on a baking tray for 30-35 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 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 Slow-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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 Slow-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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 Slow-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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 Slow-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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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