Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Mushrooms
Classic Australian-style meat pie with tender slow-braised beef and mushroom filling encased in flaky pastry. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 130 minutes layers (450 g) beef chuck, diced, (225 g), sliced button mushrooms, medium, finely 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 560 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 (450 g) beef chuck, diced
- 8 oz (225 g), sliced button mushrooms
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef stock
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 sheets, thawed frozen puff pastry sheets
- 1, beaten for egg wash egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb diced beef chuck and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 medium finely diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced button mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until they release moisture and start to brown.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over the vegetables, stir for 1 minute to cook the flour.
- Step 5: Gradually stir in 1 cup beef stock, 2 tbsp tomato paste, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, scraping browned bits from the pan. Return beef to the skillet, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 6: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1.5 hours until beef is tender and sauce is thickened.
- Step 7: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out 2 thawed puff pastry sheets; line four 6-inch pie tins with one sheet each. Divide beef mixture evenly among tins.
- Step 8: Cover pies with remaining puff pastry sheets, trim edges, and press to seal. Brush tops with 1 beaten egg.
- Step 9: Bake pies for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Beef and Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 130 minutes (20 min prep + 110 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 Meat Pie with Beef and Mushrooms?
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 Meat Pie with Beef and Mushrooms?
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 Meat Pie with Beef and Mushrooms 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 Meat Pie with Beef and Mushrooms?
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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