Individual Steak And Ale Pie With Puff Pastry

Ingredients

To make this delicious individual steak and ale pie, you will need: 500g steak, 1 large onion, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of flour, 250ml beef stock, 250ml of ale, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, 2 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme (optional), 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 sheet of puff pastry and 1 egg.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4.

2. Cut the steak into small cubes and season with salt and pepper.

3. Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat and gently fry the onion and garlic until softened.

4. Add the steak cubes to the pan and cook for a few minutes until lightly browned.

5. Sprinkle the flour over the steak and stir to combine.

6. Add the beef stock, ale, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves and thyme (if using) and stir to combine.

7. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced and thickened.

8. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter.

9. Divide the mixture between 4 individual pie dishes.

10. Cut the puff pastry into 4 circles slightly larger than the diameter of the dishes.

11. Place the pastry circles on top of the individual pies and crimp the edges with a fork.

12. Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the pastry with the egg wash.

13. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.

14. Serve hot with steamed vegetables of your choice.

Nutrition

This individual steak and ale pie is packed with protein, vitamins and minerals. The steak is a great source of iron, zinc, selenium, phosphorous and B vitamins. The onion and garlic are both good sources of vitamin C, while the beer and beef stock provide B vitamins and minerals. The puff pastry is high in fat and calories but is a good source of energy.

Conclusion

This individual steak and ale pie is a delicious and nutritious meal that is sure to satisfy. With its hearty ingredients and flaky puff pastry, it’s a meal that will please the whole family. Serve with some steamed vegetables for a balanced meal that is sure to please.