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Crispy Potato Topped Meat Pie Recipe

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A comforting and delicious Crispy Potato Topped Meat Pie featuring a flavorful beef mince filling simmered with vegetables and herbs, topped with golden, crispy potato slices baked to perfection. This hearty dish is perfect for a family meal and pairs wonderfully with your choice of vegetables.

Ingredients

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Meat Filling

  • 500g (17.5oz) extra lean beef mince
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 sticks celery, chopped
  • ¾ cup (120g) frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups (480ml) beef or vegetable stock
  • 1 heaped teaspoon marmite (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Dash of balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Potato Topping

  • 1kg (2.25lb) potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • Low calorie spray oil
  • Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the mince and vegetables: In a large pan over medium heat, brown the extra lean beef mince along with the chopped celery, onion, crushed garlic, thyme, and chopped carrots until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are softened.
  2. Add liquids and seasonings: Stir in the beef or vegetable stock, marmite (if using), tomato paste, and a dash of balsamic vinegar. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Simmer to reduce gravy: Lower the heat, cover the pan, and simmer the filling for 10 minutes allowing the gravy to thicken slightly. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  4. Preheat the oven: While the filling simmers, preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) / 400°F / Gas mark 6.
  5. Assemble the pie: Transfer the meat mixture into an ovenproof dish. Stir in the frozen peas, mixing them evenly through the filling. Layer the thinly sliced potato slices on top of the meat mixture, overlapping them slightly to cover the surface.
  6. Prepare topping and bake: Spray the potato slices generously with low calorie spray oil. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and crisp on top.
  7. Garnish and serve: Once baked, sprinkle the pie with chopped parsley if desired, and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Serve hot with your favorite vegetables.
  8. Enjoy your meal: Dig in and enjoy this crispy, comforting meat pie perfect for any occasion.

Notes

  • Using extra lean beef helps reduce fat content while keeping the pie hearty.
  • Marmite is optional but adds a depth of umami flavor to the gravy.
  • Thinly slicing the potatoes ensures they cook evenly and become crispy in the oven.
  • You can substitute beef stock with vegetable stock to make the recipe lighter or suitable for a slightly different flavor.
  • Spraying the potatoes with low calorie spray oil helps achieve a crispy topping without excess fat.
  • Leftover pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated thoroughly before serving.

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