Classic Meat Pie Recipe 🥧

Golden flaky pastry filled with rich, savory minced beef and tender vegetables — the perfect comfort food!

This Classic Meat Pie is everything you want in a homemade comfort dish: a crispy, buttery puff pastry crust wrapped around a deeply flavorful beef filling. It’s perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or even meal prep for the week.

⏱ Prep Time

20 minutes

⏱ Cook Time

35–40 minutes

🍽 Servings

4–6 servings

🧾 Ingredients

For the Filling:

1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ cup beef broth
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp dried thyme or mixed herbs

For the Crust:

2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the filling
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in the garlic and carrot, cooking for another 2–3 minutes.

2️⃣ Cook the beef
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and mixed herbs.

3️⃣ Build the flavor
Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in the beef broth and let simmer for 5–7 minutes.
For a thicker filling, add the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4️⃣ Assemble the pie
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a pie dish with one sheet of puff pastry. Spoon in the cooled meat filling evenly, then cover with the second pastry sheet. Seal edges and trim excess.

5️⃣ Finish & bake
Brush the top with beaten egg and cut small slits to allow steam to escape.
Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and puffed.

6️⃣ Serve
Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with mashed potatoes, green peas, or a fresh salad.