Mary Berry s Steak And Ale Pie
Friday, May 26, 2023
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Mary Berry's Steak and Ale Pie
Mary Berry is a well-known celebrity chef, and her steak and ale pie is one of her most famous recipes. This hearty pie is a great winter warmer, full of flavour and sure to satisfy your appetite. Here’s everything you need to know about making this classic British dish.
Ingredients
For this steak and ale pie, you will need:
- 500g diced steak
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons of plain flour
- 1 tablespoon of tomato purée
- 500ml of ale
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon of English mustard
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- A handful of fresh thyme leaves
- 1 sheet of ready-made puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
Preheat your oven to 200°C/Gas Mark 6. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and brown the steak in batches. When cooked, transfer the steak to a plate. Add the onion to the pan and fry until softened, then add the garlic and fry for a further minute.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic and stir for about a minute. Add the tomato purée, ale, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, sugar and thyme leaves, and stir until the sauce has thickened. Return the steak to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Assemble the Pie
Transfer the steak and ale filling to an ovenproof dish. Roll out the puff pastry and cover the dish, pressing the edges to seal. Cut a small hole in the centre of the pastry to allow steam to escape. Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg.
Step 4: Bake the Pie
Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden and crisp. Serve with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables for a hearty winter meal.
Nutrition
This steak and ale pie is a relatively healthy dish, with a good balance of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. The steak is a good source of protein, and the ale and vegetables provide some vitamins and minerals. The pastry, however, is high in fat, so if you're looking for a healthier option you could try a potato or vegetable-based topping.
Overall, this steak and ale pie is a delicious and satisfying meal that's sure to please. It's easy to make, and full of flavour - perfect for a winter dinner. So why not give it a try? You won't be disappointed!
