St. Andrews Steak And Ale Pie

St. Andrews Steak and Ale Pie is a classic Scottish dish that combines tender steak, hearty ale, and flaky pastry for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Not Suitable For Vegetarians Main Course Scottish Scottish Cuisine Steak And Ale Pie Comfort Food
St. Andrews Steak And Ale Pie

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs stewing beef, diced
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup ale
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 sheets puff pastry
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, brown the diced beef in batches. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in the garlic and flour, then pour in the ale and beef stock.
  5. Add the browned beef back to the pot, along with the tomato paste and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  7. Transfer the beef mixture to a pie dish and cover with puff pastry. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop and Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Pie dish Baking sheet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Pastry brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the St. Andrews Steak and Ale Pie with a side of mashed potatoes and peas for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use a dark ale or stout in the recipe.

Cost

$25