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Easy Rustic British Minced Beef Pie with Caramelized Onions & Flaky Pastry

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This Rustic British Minced Beef Pie with Sweet Caramelized Onions and Flaky Pastry is a hearty comfort classic. Savory ground beef is simmered in a rich onion gravy infused with Worcestershire sauce and herbs, then baked beneath a buttery golden puff pastry crust. Perfect for cozy dinners, this traditional-style pie is deeply flavorful and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  3. Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 20-25 minutes, stirring often, until deeply caramelized and golden brown.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Push onions to the side of the skillet and add olive oil.
  6. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  7. Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir well.
  8. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, smoked paprika, and beef broth.
  9. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until the filling thickens into a rich savory gravy.
  10. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  11. Transfer the beef filling into a pie dish and let cool slightly.
  12. Cover with puff pastry and trim excess edges.
  13. Crimp the edges with a fork and cut small slits on top for ventilation.
  14. Brush the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  15. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is puffed and deeply golden.
  16. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Allow filling to cool slightly before adding pastry to prevent sogginess.
  • Caramelizing onions slowly is key for deep flavor.
  • You can add peas or mushrooms for variation.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a full meal.

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