A hearty and flavorful beef and mushroom pie, perfect for a family dinner, with a flaky pastry crust and a rich filling.

Ingredients

• 500g ground beef
• 200g mushrooms, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, cooking until softened.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned.
4. Stir in the diced mushrooms and cook for an additional 5 min until they soften.
5. Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
6. Pour in the beef broth and let the mixture simmer for about 10 min until slightly thickened.
7. Transfer the beef mixture into a baking dish.
8. Cover the filling with the sheet of puff pastry, sealing the edges. Cut slits in the pastry to allow steam to escape.
9. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 min or until the pastry is golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

• You can add peas or other vegetables if desired, just ensure they're suitable for the family.