Steak Pie with Cheese Crust
🕒 Cook Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes
🥘 Description: Indulge in the savory delight of this hearty Steak Pie with Cheese Crust, a recipe that perfectly balances rich flavors and comforting textures. With a golden, cheesy crust encasing tender steak and flavorful vegetables, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
🍽 Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
🔑 Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Grains, Cheese, Vegetable, Meat, Scottish, European, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 425.3
- Fat Content: 24.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 113.2mg
- Sodium Content: 513.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.7g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 29.7g
🥧 Recipe Yield: 1 large pie
📜 Recipe Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Seasoned flour |
| 2 | Onions |
| 2 | Carrots |
| 2 | Mixed herbs |
| 4 | Nutmeg |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1/4 | Black pepper |
| NA | Cloves |
| NA | Plain flour |
| 2 | Salt |
| 20 | Butter |
| 5 | Cheshire cheese |
| 1 | Lancashire cheese |
📝 Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the Meat:
- Roll the meat in the seasoned flour, reserving 2 teaspoons of the excess flour.
- Heat the fat or oil in a pan and gently soften the onions and carrots in it without allowing them to color.
- Remove the vegetables and transfer them to a flameproof dish.
- In the same pan, quickly brown the meat on all sides and add it to the vegetables.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- Add the mixed herbs, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and reserved seasoned flour to the pan drippings.
- Mix well to absorb the fat, then add the stock, stirring until smooth and thickened.
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Combine and Bake:
- Pour the thickened stock over the meat and vegetables, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Bring the mixture back to a boil, cover, and transfer to the preheated oven for 1 to 1½ hours, until the meat is tender.
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Prepare the Cheese Crust:
- In a bowl, combine the plain flour and salt, then rub in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Add the grated Cheshire cheese and Lancashire cheese, mixing until well combined.
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Assemble and Finish:
- Once the meat is cooked, allow it to cool slightly.
- Sprinkle the prepared pastry mix evenly over the meat and return to the oven.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve slices of the Steak Pie with Cheese Crust alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor.
This Steak Pie with Cheese Crust recipe offers a delightful combination of tender meat, flavorful vegetables, and a cheesy crust that’s bound to impress your family and friends. Whether it’s for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to be a hit at the dinner table!
