Love the cozy feeling of homemade comfort food? These C Meat Pies are the perfect treat for a chilly day, whether you’re looking to impress your family or host a delightful gathering with friends. These savory individual pies are packed with a flavorful meat filling and encased in a golden, flaky pastry crust. Follow this simple recipe to create these mouthwatering C Meat Pies that are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
**Ingredients:**
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 carrot, peeled and diced
– 1 celery stalk, diced
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup beef broth
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 package store-bought pie crusts (or homemade if preferred)
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large skillet or frying pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the skillet with the browned beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
4. Stir in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper, and cook for another minute to allow the flavors to meld.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and all-purpose flour until well combined.
6. Pour the beef broth mixture into the skillet with the meat and vegetables, stirring well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool.
7. Roll out the pie crusts on a floured surface and, using a round cutter or a bowl as a guide, cut out circles to create the pie bases and pie lids. You should get about 8 bases and 8 lids from the two pie crusts.
8. Fill each pie base with a generous spoonful of the meat mixture, leaving a border around the edges. Place the pie lids on top and crimp the edges with a fork to seal the pies. Use a knife to make a couple of small slits on the top of each pie for ventilation.
9. Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden finish when baked.
10. Place the pies on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbling.
Enjoy these delicious C Meat Pies warm from the oven, either as a delightful snack or served alongside a fresh salad for a comforting dinner option. These pies can also be made ahead and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal on busy days. They are the perfect way to warm both your kitchen and your heart with their delicious flavors and cozy appeal.
