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Beef & Mushroom Pies

9th October 2017 - By Michelle Minnaar
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If there is one thing we can be proud of in Britain, then it is for our famous pies. I am not talking about the sweet type of pie, even though we have a couple of successes there too. Besides, British cuisine has got more to offer than just pies though. For example, our Eton Mess is definitely worth its reputation. However, we all know that our savoury pies are our unique thing, and no one is better in making these than the British!

A part of our rich history is the tradition of combining meat and pastry into something very comforting. Think of Cornish pasties, or Yorkshire puddings for the Sunday roast. I think we can all agree that these are some of the fundamental gems the British cuisine has to offer. Therefore, I think these mini beef pies are definitely a patriotic worthy meal to win a culinary competition. Don’t you think so?

Not only to do they look amazing, but they are rich in flavour. You can adapt the recipe to the desired amount. Either make one big pie for the family to share, or use a muffin tray and make mini beef pies. Perfect for the lunch box as well either way! Check out my video on mini beef pies just below and let me know what you think!

foodie madness competition

Have you ever heard of foodie madness cook-off? This year 16 bloggers from different countries will showcase their national flavours and battle it out in the kitchen for foodie madness. Yes, I happen to be one of those 16 bloggers, representing the UK. There are bloggers from literally over the world: Senegal, Mexico, Brazil, and so many others! We have to take the stand and defend our amazing cuisine.

This cook-off will all happen from 5th to 26th of October, hosted by Accor Hotels. There are 8 rounds of this nail-biting cook-off. We, as Britain, must defend out culinary territory with our exceptional pies! I mean, who could resist that perfect flaky pastry and an intensely rich filling? Click right here to check out the competition and don’t forget to vote for our lively mini beef pies! Go Britain! Vote vote vote!

Mushroom Pies Mini Beef

round one!

In the first round, it’s the UK against Singapore. I can’t even stress how important it is to win this first round. Our competition seems to be some sort of coconut based noodle soup, which looks very appetising but it can’t beat a good pie, right?

Who can possibly resist a proper pie, especially on a cold, dark winter’s day? There is something very comforting about biting into a soft, rich and flaky crust, which leads to luscious tender beef. A true British classic – mini beef pies! I am sure that with your support and votes, British mini beef pies will be victorious in round one!

Ingredients Raw

beef mixture

Now, back to mini beef pies. For my perfect mini beef pies, I use my beef stew as filling. You can find the recipe here.

It’s important that you let the beef stew simmer for a long time for the meat to get properly tender. This will also help to to reduce the amount of liquid. If the stew is too runny, you might end up with a soggy pie bottom, and that’s not what we want. The pastry should be golden and crispy on all sides once it finished baking. If you find the meat from the beef stew a little bit too chunky for your liking, just cut it up into smaller pieces. Alternatively, make the stew with minced meat instead and you will have a minced meat pie.

Mash Peas Pie

flaky pastry

You can either use pre-made puff pastry or make your own. Obviously, with the pre-made puff pastry, life tends to be a little easier. The effect in terms of the end result shouldn’t be too different if you use a high-quality product. However, there is something soothing about making your own pastry. Yes, it’s a slower and more intense process, but you’ll get a sense of satisfaction.

Pies Egg Wash

So, how can you make the best possible pastry for the mini beef pies? This involves using only the best ingredients such as unsalted organic butter, instead of using margarine. Same rule applies with eggs and milk. Go for the organic free-range eggs. A handy trick for any type of pastry is using fine sea salt, as it is easier to incorporate into the pastry. Remember not too overwork the pastry, otherwise the pastry will thicken up and become unpleasant to handle. Also, once you are finished, remember to rest the pastry. This is an essential step, because if you roll it out straight after it will shrink.

Pastry Short Crust

 

Filling Beef Pie

Pies Cooked

serving

What would you serve our traditional mini beef pies with? Peas, potato mash and gravy, of course! They freeze well too.

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Mini Beef Mushroom

Beef & Mushroom Pies


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  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x
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Description

Mini Beef & Mushroom Pies look tricky to make but are easy to prepare. It does take long to prepare but the end result is worth it. Suitable for freezing.


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Ingredients

  • 1 quantity of Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Red Wine, cooled
  • 1.2kg (4 rolls) ready rolled shortcrust pastry, at room temperature
  • 600g (2 rolls) ready rolled puff pastry, at room temperature
  • Flour, for rolling
  • 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F/gas mark 7.
  2. Lightly oil a standard 12-hole muffin pan and set aside.
  3. Sprinkle a clean work surface with flour and roll out the shortcrust pastry. Find a bowl large enough to use as a stencil that will cover an area large enough for the pastry to cover the whole area of each muffin hole with flaps coming over the edge. Cut out 24 circles with all the shortcrust pastry.
  4. Do exactly the same with the puff pastry but this time you need a smaller circle.
  5. Line the muffin tin with the shortcrust pastry then fill each hole with stew.
  6. Lay the circles over the cases and seal all around the edge with your fingers. Crimp the edges and brush the tops all over with egg.
  7. Make a hole in the centre of each for steam to escape.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes or until the pastry is golden and crisp and the filling is piping hot. Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove from the tin. Serve with mash.

Notes

  • If you want to make 12 pies, simply halve all the ingredients, except the egg.
  • The quantity of pastry needed depends on the size of the pie holes being used, so this is a rough estimate as to how these worked out for me.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 269
  • Sugar: 2.9 g
  • Sodium: 297 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18.2 g
  • Fiber: 2.1 g
  • Protein: 19.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 43 mg

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  1. Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs says

    9th October 2017 at 12:41 pm

    I’d not heard of the cook off but sounds like good fun. You’re right these pies are ideal for showcasing hearty, British food They sound delicious!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 11:01 pm

      Hi Emma, thanks! I hope we win 🙂

      Reply
  2. [email protected] says

    9th October 2017 at 2:09 pm

    `How funny I’ve been making pies myself this weekend. It’s that time of year again and these little mini ones are great. I love the idea of this cook off and imagine this will get loads of votes!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 11:02 pm

      Thanks Laura! 🙂

      Reply
  3. sam macaree says

    9th October 2017 at 5:24 pm

    chicken and mushroom

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:33 pm

      Yep, seems to be the favourite here! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Choclette says

    9th October 2017 at 7:43 pm

    I’ve just eaten a bowl of coconut based noodle soup and it was delicious. But I’d take a good British pie over this any day. Love pies. Good luck in the cook off – sounds mega scary.

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:30 pm

      Love your honesty! I feel the same way 🙂

      Reply
  5. kim plant says

    9th October 2017 at 8:08 pm

    steak and stilton xx

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:29 pm

      Havent had stilton forever!

      Reply
  6. Tracey Peach says

    9th October 2017 at 8:36 pm

    Beef & Ale love it xxx

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:27 pm

      Classic 🙂

      Reply
  7. Tracy Nixon says

    9th October 2017 at 8:45 pm

    I love chicken and red pepper!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:27 pm

      love the sweetness from the red pepper. Great idea!

      Reply
  8. laura banks says

    9th October 2017 at 8:46 pm

    cheese and onion

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:27 pm

      love this combo too!

      Reply
  9. kelly L says

    9th October 2017 at 9:56 pm

    My favourite is steak and ale pie!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:26 pm

      Like this one too!

      Reply
  10. Kim Neville says

    9th October 2017 at 10:11 pm

    I like chicken and mushroom

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:26 pm

      Good choice!

      Reply
  11. Laura Nice says

    9th October 2017 at 11:25 pm

    Steak and stilton is always my choice!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:09 pm

      Haven’t had stilton forever!

      Reply
  12. Solange says

    9th October 2017 at 11:50 pm

    Chicken and mushroom.

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:09 pm

      Yum! I love this one too!

      Reply
  13. Lynda Graham says

    10th October 2017 at 1:14 pm

    Steak and Ale for me !!!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 10:03 pm

      Good choice!

      Reply
  14. Hayley F says

    11th October 2017 at 7:21 pm

    Chicken and mushroom is my fav x

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 9:59 pm

      Quite popular with everyone this pie! I love it too!

      Reply
  15. Victoria Prince says

    12th October 2017 at 8:18 am

    My favourite savoury pie is a pork pie 🙂

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 9:59 pm

      I love savoury pies!

      Reply
  16. Liam Bishop says

    12th October 2017 at 12:13 pm

    Chicken and tarragon, love it!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 9:49 pm

      Liam, you just made me realize that I haven’t had tarragon for a while!

      Reply
  17. Fiona King says

    18th October 2017 at 1:08 pm

    Apple & figgy pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 9:32 pm

      haha haven’t tried that one!

      Reply
  18. tracey tibbs says

    18th October 2017 at 1:59 pm

    mini beef pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:15 pm

      yey! aren’t they great ? 🙂

      Reply
  19. Milly Youngman says

    18th October 2017 at 2:20 pm

    A hearty steak and ale pie!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:15 pm

      what type of ale do you use?

      Reply
  20. Zoe C says

    18th October 2017 at 2:25 pm

    Quite simply just steak pie

    Reply
  21. Ren Taylor says

    18th October 2017 at 2:42 pm

    My favourite pie is Nigel Slaters Chicken and Leek pie!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:13 pm

      Interesting! Anything unique about it?

      Reply
  22. Fiona says

    18th October 2017 at 3:42 pm

    Cheese pie!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:12 pm

      I wish I could eat more cheese :)))

      Reply
  23. Ben Audsley says

    18th October 2017 at 4:22 pm

    chicken and mushroom!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:12 pm

      this one seems to be the favourite 🙂

      Reply
  24. Suzanne says

    18th October 2017 at 5:28 pm

    Cheese and onion.

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:10 pm

      I also like this one 🙂

      Reply
  25. Becky Duffy says

    18th October 2017 at 5:50 pm

    Mince and Onion, reminds me of my Nan as it was what she used to make very often fir me as a child

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:10 pm

      pies from our grannies are the best! I agree

      Reply
  26. Janice Williams says

    18th October 2017 at 6:43 pm

    Beef steak and kidney for me

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:08 pm

      interesting! What type of spices do you use?

      Reply
  27. SARAH BIRKETT says

    18th October 2017 at 8:10 pm

    definitely chicken, sometimes with mushrooms, or ham and peas perhaps

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:09 pm

      pies are great aren’t they? you can literally throw in anything!

      Reply
  28. Lindsay Chadburn says

    18th October 2017 at 8:15 pm

    My favourite pie is chicken bacon and leek yum

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:50 pm

      yum indeed!

      Reply
  29. Bob Clark says

    18th October 2017 at 8:53 pm

    chicken and mushroom

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:06 pm

      yep, delicious! maybe I should make one soon

      Reply
  30. Victoria N says

    18th October 2017 at 9:04 pm

    I love a classic steak and ale

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:07 pm

      oh yea I haven’t had one of these for a while

      Reply
  31. Sidrah Ahmed says

    18th October 2017 at 9:12 pm

    I like Chicken & mushroom pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:04 pm

      delicious classic I agree 🙂

      Reply
  32. Carole E says

    18th October 2017 at 9:44 pm

    Chicken and leek pie – my favourite!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:03 pm

      I like a good leek in my pie too…especially an organic one. Tastes amazing

      Reply
  33. amy bondoc says

    19th October 2017 at 6:34 am

    i really love cheese and onion pies best 🙂

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 7:01 pm

      hmmm specially if you caramelise the onions 🙂

      Reply
  34. Suzanne Jackson says

    19th October 2017 at 12:31 pm

    beef and stilton

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 6:59 pm

      good idea! I should try it!

      Reply
  35. Jessica Barber says

    20th October 2017 at 1:06 pm

    Steak and ale! Delish!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 6:54 pm

      sounds delicious

      Reply
  36. Lisa Parker says

    21st October 2017 at 4:26 pm

    I love chicken and leek pie x

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:50 pm

      sounds great!

      Reply
  37. Thomas Buchanan says

    21st October 2017 at 9:03 pm

    leek and potatoe

    Reply
    • michelle says

      21st October 2017 at 11:06 pm

      Love this one too!

      Reply
  38. Rich Tyler says

    22nd October 2017 at 10:53 am

    I do love a beef & onion!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:51 pm

      me too, also with a hint of cheese 🙂

      Reply
  39. Lyndsey cooksey says

    22nd October 2017 at 12:54 pm

    My favourite pie is steak and kidney!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      22nd October 2017 at 10:58 pm

      Good choice:)

      Reply
  40. KAtie says

    22nd October 2017 at 8:41 pm

    Chicken curry pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      22nd October 2017 at 11:04 pm

      Hi Katie! Good idea

      Reply
  41. Susan Hoggett (@susanhoggett) says

    24th October 2017 at 9:19 am

    homemade mince and leek pie, love it served with creamy mash, mushy peas and vinegar!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 11:24 am

      Ohhh nice touch with the vinegar!

      Reply
  42. Julie Camm says

    24th October 2017 at 10:13 pm

    The pictures of beef and mushroom pies are making my mouth water!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 11:27 am

      Hi Julie 🙂 Just wait until you taste them! they are delicious!

      Reply
  43. vivian allman says

    25th October 2017 at 4:37 pm

    chicken and sweetcorn

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:52 pm

      sounds delicious

      Reply
  44. Carole Nott says

    25th October 2017 at 4:59 pm

    i always love a nice chicken and mushroom pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      20th November 2017 at 10:29 pm

      sounds delicious

      Reply
  45. Jo Carroll says

    25th October 2017 at 8:56 pm

    There’s nothing plain about a Steak and Kidney pie for me …always tasty…always really satisfying. x

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:52 pm

      agreed 🙂

      Reply
  46. purpleshoes says

    26th October 2017 at 1:13 pm

    chicken and mushroom

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:53 pm

      great choice!

      Reply
  47. francis lee says

    26th October 2017 at 3:21 pm

    cheese and onion

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 11:37 am

      love these two ingredients!

      Reply
  48. Kayleigh Robinson says

    26th October 2017 at 8:51 pm

    Pork pie with Stilton! My absolute favourite x

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 11:39 am

      🙂 sounds great!

      Reply
  49. Jenny Barker says

    28th October 2017 at 7:17 pm

    steak and stilton for me

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 11:46 am

      thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
  50. Sam Parkes says

    28th October 2017 at 7:18 pm

    Has to be cheese and onion absolutely love them yummy

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 11:46 am

      love them too 🙂

      Reply
  51. Simone Griffin says

    28th October 2017 at 8:12 pm

    I love a chicken and leek pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:53 pm

      I love anything with leek 🙂

      Reply
  52. Sarah Fielding says

    29th October 2017 at 1:56 am

    Cheese and onion pie!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:54 pm

      yep! love this one too

      Reply
  53. Jason Tolliss says

    29th October 2017 at 8:24 am

    Chicken and mushroom

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:55 pm

      yum!

      Reply
  54. Iris W says

    29th October 2017 at 8:55 am

    These pies look delicious I will have to try these. For a favourite it’s a toss between chicken mushroom and steak and ale for me

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:56 pm

      thanks Iris!

      Reply
  55. Emily Hutchinson says

    29th October 2017 at 4:01 pm

    cheese and onion is my fave

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:56 pm

      same!

      Reply
  56. Jayne Kelsall says

    29th October 2017 at 5:12 pm

    I love a chicken and mushroom pie .x

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:56 pm

      me too!

      Reply
  57. Jodie A Green says

    29th October 2017 at 9:14 pm

    i love a meat and potato pie!

    Reply
  58. Jane says

    29th October 2017 at 10:55 pm

    Pork pie. Lovely with lots and lots of pickle.

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:57 pm

      oooo, should try that!

      Reply
  59. Michelle thompson says

    30th October 2017 at 8:22 am

    Steak pie for me

    Reply
    • michelle says

      20th November 2017 at 10:29 pm

      Yum!

      Reply
  60. Jeanette Leighton says

    30th October 2017 at 11:54 am

    I love chicken and mushroom pie

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:57 pm

      me too!

      Reply
  61. Sarah Wilson says

    30th October 2017 at 12:05 pm

    Simple steak – heaven!

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:57 pm

      haha agreed!

      Reply
  62. Diana says

    30th October 2017 at 1:26 pm

    Beef and ale 🙂

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:58 pm

      yup, with a good ale 🙂

      Reply
  63. jamie Millard says

    30th October 2017 at 2:11 pm

    steak and ale pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:58 pm

      sounds delish!

      Reply
  64. craig austin says

    30th October 2017 at 4:20 pm

    steak and kidney

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:59 pm

      thanks for sharing Craig

      Reply
  65. Gillian Holmes says

    30th October 2017 at 5:04 pm

    Chicken pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 12:59 pm

      thanks for sharing Gillian

      Reply
  66. Sarah Parker says

    30th October 2017 at 5:25 pm

    steak and mushrooms 🙂

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:00 pm

      thanks for sharing Sarah

      Reply
  67. Lia Burns says

    30th October 2017 at 7:27 pm

    I love chicken and mushroom pie, it’s my absolute favourite

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:00 pm

      thanks for sharing Lia

      Reply
  68. Tracey Suzie Anderson says

    30th October 2017 at 7:34 pm

    A family favourite of ours is that i slow cook a garlic, chicken and leek casserole and then use the casserole to fill my pies. The end result is absolutely delicious! I am rather partial to a Steak & Kidney pie too 🙂 x

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:01 pm

      that sounds very delicious! will try this next time. Thanks Tracey!

      Reply
  69. Emma Davison says

    30th October 2017 at 8:01 pm

    Chicken and mushroom

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:02 pm

      thanks for sharing Emma

      Reply
  70. Miss Tracy Hanson says

    30th October 2017 at 8:32 pm

    Steak and ale pie.. If I’m feeling posh I do them with crushed potatoes on top instead of a pastry lid. 🙂

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:03 pm

      what a handy tip! thanks Tracy

      Reply
  71. Tammy Neal says

    30th October 2017 at 10:31 pm

    Chicken and mushroom xx

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:03 pm

      thanks Tammy! 🙂

      Reply
  72. Natalie Crossan says

    30th October 2017 at 11:07 pm

    Cheese and onion xxx

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:04 pm

      my fav!

      Reply
  73. Claire Little says

    30th October 2017 at 11:34 pm

    steak and ale pie

    Reply
    • michelle says

      31st October 2017 at 1:05 pm

      thanks Claire!

      Reply

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