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Minced Beef and Guinness Pie

Minced Beef and Guinness Pie

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Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of Minced Beef and Guinness Pie—a dish that brings together savory minced beef, aromatic vegetables, and a rich gravy, all encased in a golden, flaky puff pastry. This cozy classic is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, elevating any meal with its robust flavors and satisfying texture. Each bite promises to transport you to a world of warmth and nostalgia, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or special occasions. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this pie invites you to enjoy the magic of home-cooked comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 large white onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 330 ml dark beef broth
  • 300 ml beef stock
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • Pinch salt & pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper; brown for about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the browned beef to a bowl. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic.
  4. Stir in flour and cook briefly before gradually adding dark beef broth while scraping the bottom of the pan.
  5. Return browned beef to the skillet along with beef stock, tomato paste, and thyme; simmer gently for about 45 minutes until thickened.
  6. Pour filling into a deep pie dish and cover with rolled-out puff pastry; seal edges with a fork and brush with beaten egg.
  7. Cut a small hole in the center for steam release and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until golden brown.

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