Rustic Steak and Ale Pie
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Served Person: 1
- 3/4 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 50 grams butter
- 500 grams casserole, chuck, blade or braising steak cube the steak into even chunks about an inch or less thick
- 200 grams puff pasty
- 200 grams chestnut mushrooms quartered
- 200 grams new potatoes skinned and cut into equal sized chunks
- 1 onion chopped roughly into squares
- 3-4 carrots skinned and sliced (thin or thick its your choice i usually choose thick)
- 1 egg whisked in a bowl using a fork
- 3-4 tablespoons plain flour
- 1-2 tablespoons sunflower oil
- 3/4 tablespoon honey (or sugar but i prefer honey))
- 3-4 dried bay leaves
- 300 ml newcastle dark brown ale
- 200 ml beef stock
- 2 tablespoons schwartz perfect shake steak (not steakhouse) mix it has a purple lid and can be bought at most stores
- 1 beef oxo cube to be added later
- Carbohydrate 69.5495585573589 g
- Cholesterol 319 mg
- Fat 47.0965028914562 g
- Fiber 10.9584001321812 g
- Protein 30.6012699443812 g
- Saturated Fat 27.7761777910597 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (1243g)
- Sodium 1989.5623596639 mg
- Sugar 58.5911584251777 g
- Trans Fat 3.83282755819985 g
- Calories 792 calories
Hello there, lovely readers! Today, I'm excited to share with you a recipe that's been a favorite in my family for years: Rustic Steak and Ale Pie. It's a hearty, comforting dish that's perfect for a cold winter's night.
The steak and ale pie is made with a tender, flavorful steak that's cooked in a rich ale gravy. The gravy is then topped with a flaky, golden-brown crust. The result is a dish that's both satisfying and delicious.
I love serving this pie with a side of mashed potatoes and peas. It's also great with a glass of your favorite ale. So if you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal, this recipe is the one for you.
Here's a little bit about how I came to love this recipe. My grandmother was a wonderful cook, and she always made the best steak and ale pie. When I was a little girl, I would sit in the kitchen and watch her cook, fascinated by the way she could turn simple ingredients into something so delicious.
When I was old enough to start cooking on my own, I asked my grandmother to teach me how to make her steak and ale pie. She was happy to oblige, and she patiently showed me all of her secrets. I've been making this recipe ever since, and it always brings back fond memories of my grandmother.
I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. It's a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Step-by-step
- Chop onions into pinky width chunks
- Cube steak into even-sized pieces
- Coat steak in flour in a sealed bag
- Heat oil and butter in a large saucepan or stock pot
- Cook onions gently for 2-3 minutes
- Add floured steak and brown on all sides
- Simmer in ale for 3 minutes
- Add stock, seasonings, and vegetables
- Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes
- Simmer an additional 45 minutes at a lower temperature
- Pour mixture into a casserole dish
- Roll out pastry and place on top
- Baste pastry with whisked egg
- Roast at 200 degrees Celsius for 20-30 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown
