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🥧 Classic Steak and Ale Pie Recipe (British Comfort Food)

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 2 hrs 30 mins | Serves: 4–6
Tags: Steak and Ale Pie, British Meat Pie, Traditional Pub Food

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🍽️ Introduction (SEO Optimized)

Looking for a hearty, pub-style comfort food that screams British tradition? This Steak and Ale Pie is a timeless favorite made with tender beef chunks, rich ale-infused gravy, and flaky golden pastry. Whether you're craving a Sunday dinner classic or preparing for a cozy family meal, this recipe delivers old-school flavor with modern ease.

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🛒 Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 800g (1.75 lbs) beef chuck or stewing steak, cubed
• 2 tbsp plain flour
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 500ml (2 cups) dark ale (like Guinness or Newcastle Brown)
• 250ml (1 cup) beef stock
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf

For the Pastry:

• 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade shortcrust pastry)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

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🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the Beef

Toss beef cubes in flour seasoned with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large pan and brown the beef in batches. Set aside.

2. Sauté Aromatics

In the same pan, add onions and cook for 8 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 2 more minutes.

3. Build the Gravy

Return beef to the pan. Pour in ale and beef stock. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Stir and bring to a simmer.

4. Slow Cook

Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender and the sauce has thickened. Remove bay leaf and cool slightly.

5. Assemble the Pie

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Transfer the filling into a pie dish. Cover with puff pastry, seal edges, and cut a small slit for steam to escape. Brush with egg wash.

6. Bake

Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the pastry is golden and puffed. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

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🥔 Suggested Sides

Serve your Steak and Ale Pie with:

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Buttered peas or mushy peas
• Roasted root vegetables
• British gravy (if extra sauce is desired)

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• 🥧 [Homemade Shortcrust Pastry]
• 🌱 [Mushy Peas Recipe]

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📌 Tips for Best Results

• Choose a dark ale for deeper flavor (avoid overly bitter beers).
• Make the filling a day ahead for even better taste.
• Use homemade shortcrust pastry if you want a traditional touch.