Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry Crust
A hearty Australian meat pie featuring tender beef mince slow-cooked with onions and rich gravy, topped with a flaky, golden puff pastry crust. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 70 minutes layers beef mince, unsalted butter, large, finely chopped yellow 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.
Ingredients
- 450 g beef mince
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 large, finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 medium, finely diced carrot
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 sheet (approx. 250 g) ready-rolled puff pastry
- 1, beaten for egg wash egg
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 large finely chopped yellow onion and 1 medium finely diced carrot, sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 1 minute until aromatic. Increase heat to medium-high, add 450 g beef mince, and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon until browned evenly.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over the meat mixture and stir for 2 minutes to cook the flour and thicken the base. Gradually pour in 1 1/2 cups beef stock, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1/2 cup frozen peas, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until the filling is rich and thickened.
- Step 5: Transfer the meat filling into a 9-inch pie dish. Roll out 1 sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry over the top, trimming excess edges and pressing to seal.
- Step 6: Brush the pastry with 1 beaten egg, then cut 2 small slits in the center to allow steam to escape.
- Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Golden Puff Pastry Crust take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 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 Golden Puff 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 Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Golden Puff 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 Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Golden Puff 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 Slow-Baked Meat Pie with Golden Puff 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.
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