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Slow Cooker Steak Pie

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A hearty and comforting steak pie made in a slow cooker, featuring tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a flaky pastry topping, perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 750 g beef braising steak
  • 1 large white onion
  • 1 carrot
  • 150 g mushrooms
  • 2 beef stock cubes
  • 600 ml hot water
  • 4 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 5 tbsp flour or cornflour
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 650 g puff pastry

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Cut the beef into large chunks, season with salt and pepper, sear in oil, and transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the Vegetables: Slice the onions and mushrooms and chop the carrot, adding all to the slow cooker.
  3. Coating the Mixture: Sprinkle cornflour, dried thyme, bay leaves, and remaining black pepper over the mixture and stir.
  4. Prepare the Broth: Dissolve beef stock cubes in hot water, pour over the slow cooker ingredients, add tomato paste and sugar, mixing well.
  5. Slow Cook: Cover and set the slow cooker to high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
  6. Cool Down: After cooking, allow the mixture to cool in individual pie dishes for half an hour.
  7. Prepare the Pastry: Brush pie dish edges with beaten egg, line with pastry strips, and brush tops again.
  8. Top with Pastry: Place pastry lid on the pie, press down, and trim excess.
  9. Bake: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and bake for about 20 minutes until golden.

Notes

For healthier options, use whole grain or gluten-free puff pastry. This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: steak pie, slow cooker, healthy meals, comfort food, gluten-free

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