Next-Best-Thing-To-Robert-Redford Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Lean beef: 500 grams
2. Pie crust: 1 prepared pie crust (can be homemade or store-bought)
3. Onion: 1 large, chopped
4. Carrots: 2 medium, diced
5. Potatoes: 3 medium, diced
6. Beef broth or stock: 500 ml
7. Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
8. Thyme: 1 teaspoon
9. Salt and pepper: to taste
10. Cooking oil or butter: for cooking vegetables and meat

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Total: 2 hours

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the lean beef in cooking oil or butter. Remove excess fat and set aside.
3. Add the chopped onions, diced carrots, and minced garlic to the pot and cook until the onions are soft.
4. Add the diced potatoes and beef broth or stock. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about an hour until the meat is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
6. Pour the mixture into the pie crust and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (depending on ingredients used)
• Protein: 25 grams
• Fat: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Comfort food with a hearty beef filling in a flaky pie crust.
• Full of flavor and texture from the beef and vegetables.
• Perfect for a cold weather meal or a weekend family gathering.

User Comments:

1. "This pie was a hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved the combination of flavors."
2. "The beef was so tender and the pie crust was perfectly crispy."
3. "I added some extra vegetables like corn and mushrooms for more flavor and texture."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use lean beef to reduce fat content.
• Be sure to brown the beef well to enhance flavor.
• Adjust seasoning according to preference.
• If desired, you can make the pie crust from scratch or use a pre-made variety from the store.