Tender Slow-Cooked Steak Pie with Flaky Pastry Crust

𝑆𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝐶𝑜𝑜𝑘𝑒𝑟 𝑆𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑘 𝑃𝑖𝑒

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

2 lbs beef stew meat (chuck or round) 🍖
1 large onion, chopped 🧅
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 cup beef broth 🍲
1/2 cup red wine 🍷 (optional)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 🥄
1 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
2 tbsp flour 🌾
1/2 tsp salt 🧂
1/4 tsp black pepper 🌶️
1 tsp dried thyme 🌿
1 cup carrots, sliced 🥕
1 sheet puff pastry (for topping) 🥐
1 egg, beaten (for brushing) 🥚
Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

1. Brown the beef: 🍖 In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the beef stew meat in batches, searing each side until golden brown. This step adds deep flavor to the meat. Once browned, transfer the beef to your slow cooker. 🍲

2. Sauté the onions and garlic: 🧅 In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and minced garlic 🧄. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. This will bring out the sweetness of the onions. Transfer the onions and garlic to the slow cooker with the beef. 🍳

3. Prepare the sauce: 🍷 In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth 🍲, red wine 🍷 (if using), Worcestershire sauce 🥄, and tomato paste 🍅. Pour this mixture over the beef and onions in the slow cooker. The combination of beef broth and wine will create a rich, flavorful gravy. 🍛

4. Add the seasonings: Sprinkle the flour 🌾, salt 🧂, black pepper 🌶️, and thyme 🌿 over the beef mixture. Stir gently to combine everything. The flour will help thicken the gravy as it cooks. 🧑‍🍳

5. Cook in the slow cooker: 🕒 Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. About 2 hours before the end of cooking, add the sliced carrots 🥕. This slow cooking process will make the beef incredibly tender and flavorful. 😋

6. Prepare the puff pastry: 🥐 About 30 minutes before serving, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry and cut it to fit over the top of the slow cooker or a separate baking dish. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg 🥚 to give it a golden, crispy finish. 🍳

7. Bake the puff pastry: Place the puff pastry on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and puffed. If you prefer, you can bake the pastry separately and then place it on top of the cooked beef mixture when serving. This method ensures the pastry stays flaky and doesn’t get soggy. 🥧

8. Assemble and serve: Once the beef is cooked and tender, and the puff pastry is golden and flaky, spoon the beef stew into individual serving dishes or a large casserole dish. Top with the crispy puff pastry, garnish with freshly chopped parsley 🌿, and serve. Every bite will be rich, savory, and packed with flavor! 🍲🥧

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟮𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟲-𝟳 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 | 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟳 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝟮𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀
𝗞𝗰𝗮𝗹: 𝟱𝟮𝟬 𝗸𝗰𝗮𝗹 | 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝟲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀

~ 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒆𝒔