Desperate Dan Pie
Desperate Dan Pie is a hearty, easy-to-make meat pie filled with minced beef, suitable for family meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
Filling ingredients
- 500 g minced beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pastry ingredients
- 1 sheet pie pastry Store-bought pastry is recommended.
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the minced beef and cook until browned.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper, then simmer for 10 minutes.
Assembling the Pie
- Roll out the pie pastry and place in a pie dish.
- Fill the pastry with the meat mixture.
- Cover with another sheet of pastry and seal the edges.
- Cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape and brush with beaten egg.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Cool the pie before storing to keep texture. Store in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in fridge before reheating. Reheat in oven for best crispness.