Steak And Ale Pie Recipe
Homemade steak and ale pie served with seasonal vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Pastry
Vegetables
Method
Filling
- 1
- 2
Cook Vegetables
In the same pot, add chopped onion, diced carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add Mushrooms
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are softened, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, dark ale, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 5
Thicken the Filling
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the filling and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Pastry
- 6
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- 7
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assembly and Baking
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 9
Roll Out Dough
On a floured surface, roll out half of the chilled dough to fit a pie dish. Place the dough into the dish.
- 10
Fill the Pie
Spoon the cooled beef filling into the pie crust.
- 11
Top with Dough
Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the filling. Seal the edges and cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
- 12
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Cooking Vegetables
- 13
Prepare Vegetables
While the pie is baking, prepare your seasonal vegetables.
- 14
Cook Vegetables
Steam or sauté the vegetables until tender, about 5-7 minutes.