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How to make a mince beef and onion pie

Minced beef and onion pie is a true British classic. Simple yet comforting, it’s the perfect meal for a family weeknight, especially on a cold winter’s night. It’s not the most glamorous and eye-catching of dishes but the flavour is delicious. A traditional mince and onion pie is made from minced beef, onions and gravy in a shortcrust pastry. But the recipe has been modernised and enhanced with the addition of a few extra ingredients to really bring out the flavour.
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1 hr

Serves 4

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Ingredients

  • 500g beef mince
  • 1 onion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 250ml beef stock
  • 1 tbsp tomato puree
  • 1 tbsp plain flour
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • 400g shortcrust pastry
  • 1 egg
  • Olive oil

Method

  • Step 1 : Step 1 - Fry the mince

    Heat the oil in a frying pan. Once hot, fry the mince for 4 to 5 minutes

  • Step 2 : Step 2 - Cook the onion

    Add the onion for 3 minutes

  • Step 3 : Step 3 - Add the flavour

    Add the garlic for 1 minute, followed by the tomato puree for 2 minutes

  • Step 4 : Step 4 - Boil and simmer

    Stir in the flour and beef stock and bring up the heat. Add the Worcestershire sauce and bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes

  • Step 5 : Step 5 - Preheat the oven

    Preheat the oven to 200°C whilst the filling cools

  • Step 6 : Step 6 - Prepare your pie

    Add to a pie dish and cover with your pastry. Press down the edges and add several slits to let the air escape

  • Step 7 : Step 7 - Cook until golden brown

    Use the egg to baste the top and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown

  • Step 8 : Step 8 - Serve

    and enjoy.

    What to have with a minced beef and onion pie?

    Traditional veg works really well with a mince and onion pie. Carrots, peas and broccoli are all tasty options as well as creamy mash potato or some chips if you fancy.