Slow-Cooked Beef Pie with Mushy Peas
Hearty slow-cooked Australian beef pie filled with tender meat and savory gravy, served with traditional mushy peas. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 510 minutes layers cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck roast, large, diced onion, medium, diced carrots 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 550 calories and feeds 6, 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 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck roast
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 sheet, thawed ready-made shortcrust pastry
- 1 large, beaten for egg wash egg
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 2 lbs beef chuck roast cubes with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer browned beef to a slow cooker.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp butter and sauté 1 large diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 3 minced garlic cloves for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in 2 cups beef broth, 2 tbsp tomato paste, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 7-8 hours until beef is tender and the sauce is thickened.
- Step 5: About 30 minutes before serving, prepare mushy peas by boiling 1 cup frozen peas in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain and mash with 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tbsp butter until creamy.
- Step 6: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out 1 sheet thawed shortcrust pastry and cut into rounds to fit individual pie dishes. Fill dishes with beef mixture, cover with pastry lids, seal edges, and brush with 1 beaten egg.
- Step 7: Bake pies for 20-25 minutes until pastry is golden and puffed. Serve hot with mushy peas on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Pie with Mushy Peas take to make?
Total time is about 510 minutes (30 min prep + 480 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-Cooked Beef Pie with Mushy Peas?
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-Cooked Beef Pie with Mushy Peas?
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-Cooked Beef Pie with Mushy Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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-Cooked Beef Pie with Mushy Peas?
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.
