Beef Steak Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1.5 lbs. boneless chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp. dried thyme
• 3 tbsp. flour
• 1 (15 oz.) package refrigerated pie dough
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper and add them to the pan. Brown on all sides.
3. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Add the red wine to the pan and cook until reduced by half.
6. Return the beef to the pan and add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
7. While the beef is simmering, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. Remove the beef mixture from the heat and stir in the flour. Return to medium heat and cook for 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
9. Pour the beef mixture into an 8-inch pie plate.
10. Roll out the pie dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut out a circle of dough large enough to cover the pie plate.
11. Place the dough over the pie and crimp the edges to seal. Brush the crust with egg wash.
12. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1/8 pie
• Calories: 480
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 860mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 10g
• Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and comforting
• Rich, flavorful filling
• Flaky, golden brown crust

User Comments:

• "This was the best steak pie I've ever had! The filling was so tender and juicy, and the crust was perfect."
• "I cooked this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. It's a great dish to impress guests."
• "I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious. A must-try for any meat lover!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a good quality cut of beef for the best flavor.
• Don't overcook the beef, or it will become tough.
• If you don't have time to make the pie dough from scratch, you can use a pre-made pie crust.
• Let the pie rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the filling set.