beef and onion pies

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Beef and Onion Pies that you can make at home. These savory pies are perfect for a hearty meal or a comforting snack

Ingredients

For the filling:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 500g (1 lb) ground beef
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the pastry:

• 2 sheets puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 egg, beaten (for glazing

• Instructions

  Prepare the Filling

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and paprika. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in the cornstarch mixture, cooking until the filling is thick and glossy. Season with salt and pepper. Allow to cool.

  Assemble the Pies

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut into circles or rectangles, depending on your preferred pie shape.
  3. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture onto one piece of pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Brush the edges with beaten egg, then place a second piece of pastry on top, pressing the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
  5. Cut a small slit or prick the tops of the pies with a fork to allow steam to escape.
  6. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

  Bake the Pies

  1. Place the pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden and puffed