Jul 14 2026
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Meat Pie Recipe

Inspired by Toro
Time3h 30m
Serves8

brisket barbacoa, cheese sauce

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Ingredients

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Meat Filling

Cheese Sauce

Pie Crust

Method

Meat Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Brisket

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season brisket with salt and black pepper. Sear brisket on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    Remove the brisket from the skillet and set aside. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet; sauté until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Return brisket to the skillet. Add beef broth, chipotle peppers, cumin, and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours until brisket is tender.

  4. 4

    Shred the Meat

    Once cooked, remove brisket from the skillet and shred with two forks. Return the shredded meat to the skillet and mix well.

Cheese Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Roux

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.

  2. 6

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form. Cook until mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 7

    Incorporate Cheeses

    Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and cream cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.

Pie Crust Preparation

  1. 8

    Prepare the Dough

    In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. 9

    Add Water

    Stir in cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together. Divide dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Assemble and Bake

  1. 10

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 11

    Roll Out Dough

    On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc to fit a pie dish. Place it in the dish and fill with the brisket mixture.

  3. 12

    Add Cheese Sauce

    Pour the cheese sauce over the brisket filling, ensuring it’s evenly spread.

  4. 13

    Top with Second Crust

    Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the cheese sauce. Seal the edges and cut slits for steam to escape.

  5. 14

    Bake the Pie

    Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

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