Description

This Classic Beef Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food, packed with tender beef, sweet carrots, peas, and earthy mushrooms in a rich, savory gravy. Topped with a golden puff pastry crust, it’s the perfect meal for cozy nights, family dinners, or make-ahead meals you can freeze and enjoy later.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 ½ pounds beef stew meat, cut into chunks

1 cup diced carrots

1 cup green peas

1 cup sliced mushrooms

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups beef broth (low sodium)

2 tablespoons tomato paste

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. Add onion to the pan and cook until soft. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms release moisture and brown.

4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.

5. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring for 1 minute to cook off raw flavor.

6. Slowly pour in beef broth while whisking. Return beef to pan and add thyme. Simmer covered for 30–40 minutes until tender.

7. Add carrots and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in peas during the last few minutes.

8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer filling to a deep baking dish.

9. Roll puff pastry to fit over dish and lay it on top. Cut slits in the center for steam. Brush with egg wash.

10. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and puffed. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For even richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the gravy while simmering.

Make ahead tip: Prepare filling a day in advance, refrigerate, then top with puff pastry before baking.

For best results, let puff pastry fully thaw but still cold before rolling it out.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 630mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg