NZ
New Zealand
Oceania
NZ
A savory New Zealand pie packed with seasoned beef gravy and a layer of melted cheddar.
30 min
45 min
6 pies
Medium
1 hr 15 min
1 tbsp neutral oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 lb (450 g) ground beef 2 tbsp all purpose flour 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) beef stock 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp soy sauce 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups (150 g) grated sharp cheddar 2 sheets shortcrust pastry 2 sheets puff pastry 1 large egg 1 tbsp water
1. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes. 2. Add beef and brown for 6 to 8 minutes. 3. Stir in flour for 1 minute. 4. Add stock, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, pepper, and salt. 5. Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until thick, then cool. 6. Heat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease six pie tins. 7. Line tins with shortcrust pastry and divide in the beef. 8. Add cheddar and cover with puff pastry. 9. Seal, vent, and brush with egg beaten with water. 10. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden.
SCHNAX TIP
A sharp cheddar stands up well to the rich beef filling.