It can be any ovenproof plate so long as it has a bit of a bowl and is not completely flat. I am not a nutritionist. When browning the meat, do it in small batches. Pour the reserved sauce over the filling, until just below the top of the potatoes. I don't usually recommend store bought pie crusts since most of them are made with hydrogenated oils and other preservatives but, if you don't have time to make your own, the Trader Joe's frozen pie crusts are made with. Heat the sunflower oil in a frying pan and brown the meat in batches. Remove the pastry from the fridge. an hour or until the pastry is done, if you want you can take the lid off and give another 10 minutes uncoverd so as the pastry top gets a little colour and crispiness about it. Cook in a large skillet or medium high heat heat for about 8 minutes. If theres one thing you can say about Yorkshire people, its that we love a good meaty pie, and this meat and potato pie is one of the best. You may not need all of the water. Luckily, I did find my way with completing this Lancashire butter pie with some store-bought pastry. Lancashires butter pie has been a staple of the Preston area for centuries. Simple and delicious. Dissolve 2 beef stock cubes in 2 cups (1 pint) of boiling water. Another great idea that Ive seen from readers comments in the Yorkshire Pudding Wraprecipe post is including beef stew. Preston has always had a large Catholic community, and Catholics dont eat meat on Fridays so in Preston, they eat butter pie. recipe was sent in by Valerie Carter who was born and brought up Dont worry the suet will melt into the pastry as it bakes, producing a soft flaky texture. Look out for our destination feature on Garstang at the weekend, with a full picture gallery and video. Hi Yusuf! Don't over-fill the pan. As an Amazon Associate and affiliate marketer I earn from qualifying purchases. Add 2 tablespoons butter to a large skillet over low heat. I'm intrigued to know, does your Grandma use Lancashire Cheese also given that she lives in Manchester?Thanks for popping by and commenting Jasmin,Angela x. I love baking and I have been writing recipes for more years than I care to remember. You can use different cheeses - cheddar is a popular choice but I have found that the cooked onions are justdivine when teamed with a lovely tangy and crumbly cheese such as Lancashire. Suet is somewhat hard to come by here so I just used a regular pie crust. Smith's Sausage and Mash. Wrap in cling film and place into the fridge for30 minutesto chill. Making the dough from scratch is essential, not difficult to do, and can be can be done well in advance! Brush the top with a little milk and cut a small slit in the middle to allow steam to escape. Tip the meat and potato mix into a large pie dish and allow to cool. Keep your eye on it and top up with an extra cup of stock if necessary. Adjust the oven temperature to 220C/425F/gas mark 7. X. Hi Dawn, Im so glad you asked that question. Got Now stir in the cubed and grated and potatoes. Hidden from all the city stress and filled with special family moments, passing your holidays cant be more relaxing. You can fill the meat pies and seal them, and then refrigerate for 24 hours, or freeze up to 1 week. That is SO WONDERFUL to hear!! 350g Beef Mince; 2 potatoes, 1cm cubed; 1 Onion, diced; 3 Sprigs Thyme; 1 beef stock pot or cube; 125ml Red Wine; Salt & Black Pepper; 1 egg to glaze the pie, whisked (Serves 4 to 6), Ingredients:500 Once cooked tip onto a sheet of kitchen roll to absorb the excess oil. Ball's Chocolate Bake, Nigel https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/meat_and_potato_pie_66778 Fry them gently, in the same pan that the meat was cooked in, for about 5 minutes until they have started to soften and have picked up any residue left over from the meat. Spread evenly over that half of the dough circle, leaving about 1/2" rim around the edge for crimping. Dont worry if a little meat pie filling gets pinched as youre sealing. The flavor is phenomenal and suits my meat and potatoes husband. You have to hand it to us Northerners, we know how to make the most of a potato. Andrew Nutter's Poached ChickenNigel x, It's delicious isn't it. Your email address will not be published. Re your comment on Hendersons relish, hubby swears by Worcestershire sauce I guess its a regional thing . Thank you for posting! Transfer the pies to the prepared baking sheet. Using the back side of a fork, press around the edges to seal the pie. Set your pressure cooker to a medium setting for 10 minutes. Fry 2 chopped onions and 4 peeled and sliced carrots in the pan with a little more dripping until golden. I dont usually recommend store bought pie crusts since most of them are made with hydrogenated oils and other preservatives, but the Trader Joes frozen pie crusts are made with, I used a 9" tart pan to cut out my dough circles. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *. Dont forget to brush the top layer of the puff pastry with egg wash for that beautiful golden colour on the Lancashire butter pie! This traditional pie calls for potato and onion filling. Its vegetarian friendly and omnivores can have some meat on the side. The pie can easily be spruced up though. I like to make a creamy ham and swiss cheese pie. Growing up in Wigan, I loved butter pies; but you cant get them in Birmingham unless you make your own. The stock cube is optional, but it gives a definite boost. This traditional pie calls for potato and onion filling. Would it be possible to freeze this in readiness for a family get-together? https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/lancashire-meat-and-vegetable-pan-pie/176560, Get Detailed Nutrition Facts on Any Recipe. The pie can easily be spruced up though. The local bakers makes these, and they are gone by about 10:30 am, so youve gotta be quick. Remove the onions from the pan and place them on a plate to cool. Make this and enjoy! Roll out pie crusts and use a 8-9 tart pan or other pan, inverted, to cut the dough into 4 large circles. Grate the remaining potato. Actually my first home-baked pie ever. Do tweet me an image if you give it a go Thanks for popping by and commenting,Angela x, Pie season is definitely here! All the best, Kris & Wesley. They freeze beautifully before they are cooked. I made this pie for the first time today. Most of my cooking is based around quick and easy meals, and you'll probably find a little South African influence creeping in due to the many years I spent there. Thank you so much for the lovely comment. I am not normally a fan of Lancashire cheese, it's a bit crumbly and soggy, but it works amazingly in this pie! Thank you so much for sharing and for the GREAT review! I use the Meat setting on my Pressure King Pro. It is on the whole well liked for use as minced/ground beef, due to its richness of flavour and balance of meat and fat. Let the filling cool down to lukewarm. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. stock & seasoning. Yall should market that spice mix! White pepper gives the dish an authentic taste of the Sixties use freshly ground black if you prefer. 4. Your email address will not be published. Now, Ive got a secret to confess. We are thrilled you have finally found a meat filling that fits the bill!! Ill update the recipe to reflect your comments. You're 47 Ratings. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for at Please stay in touch! Using your fingertips, rub the fat into the flour until the mixture has the texture of breadcrumbs, and no large lumps of fat remain. Heat the oil in your deep fryer, or a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Thank you {% member.data['first-name'] %}.Your comment has been submitted. My dad used to make it though so it's got some wonderful memories. Just made this for my Bolton husband - a firm favourite! Prick it all over with a fork. Thanks! for kitchen help from Chrissy Brace who wanted a recipe for Although vegetarians might think that this pie is suitable for them, they need to be apprehensive because bakers sometimes use lard in the crust. This is delicious with pickled red cabbage and perhaps a squeeze of ketchup. a favourite recipe? Bring the dough together with your hands and shape into a ball and flatten into a disc. Link in another recipe. WebSTEP 3. Put them on the surface and sprinkle the tops with flour. Made with aregional cheese, thishomelycheese and onion pie, is full of flavour and comfort. Mix in just enough ice water to bind the mixture, about 3 tablespoons, and lightly knead the dough until well combined and smooth. Then again there are dishes such as lemon meringue or banoffee pie that are called pie and well aren't in the sense of what most people think are pies at least here in the UK. Stir in the scallion and hot sauce and transfer the mixture to a baking pan. Made this for my two kids and other half it's a winning recipe had to make 4 more to keep them happy thanks for recipe. Lay 2 dough circles on each parchment lined baking sheet. cabbage, beetroot, pickled onions & mushy peas. This is more like a cross between a steak pudding and a meat and potato pie, when we were small we used to call it a ?Chuck it 't' pie? The best part is, that you can find a cottage that suits you perfectly in many parts of the UK. Cut a few slits in the lid of the pie to allow steam to escape. Turn the heat to medium and slowly pour in the water. Hi Ruth! You can make both the filling and the pastry up to 2 days in advance and store them (separately and covered) in the fridge.When you are ready to make the pie just tip the meat into a pie dish and top with the pastry and bake as per the recipe instructions. Simple beef and potato hand pies (aka: classic Cornish Pasties) made with leftover roast and healthier store bought pie crust! Calories per serving: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until crusts are golden and firm to the touch. Im always so worried that I might have made a mistake with the recipe and cause someone to have a disaster . 28 Ratings. Thanks for letting us know! Thank you for stopping by and commenting I do love to hear when my recipes have been made. Personally, I would add bits of bacon or smoked ham for that nice umami flavour. And we are so happy you enjoyed the recipe. Put the lid on and cook on the highest setting for 30 minutes. If youd like to be notified of any new recipes, why not subscribe to my newsletter. Cut the butter and lard into small chunks, and place in a bowl with the flour. And of course, lets not forget a baking dish for baking the pie. This recipe for Classic Meat Pie can easily be prepared ahead of time. Once boiling, put cover the pan with a lid, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 23 hours, or until the meat is tender. We 100% will do that! WebPlace a pastry funnel in the centre of a 1.2 litre/2 pint pie dish. Jacqueline is a member of the Guild of Food Writers and has been a cookery writer and food stylist for over 25 years. Thank you so so much for letting us know and keep us posted on future dishes!! WebPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter the bottom of 9-inch pie plate. I used a lid from a snack food container which was about 6 and it worked out well. Find recipes for your diet. We know it as Friday Pie, colloquially speaking, although it is sold as Butter Pie. Use your finger to press and seal the edges of the pastry together, fluting them for decoration if desired. Pour over the meat, and heat gently until simmering. Place in a food processor and pulse until the fats have been reduced to smaller pieces, so the mixture has a rubbly look. Cooking time if making on the stove is 3 hours. By subscribing you consent to receiving the Foodle Club newsletter. Hi Tim!! COPYRIGHT 2021 KRIS LONGWELL. Place a knob of butter and 2 teaspoon of oil into the frying pan and set over a medium heat. (2oz) lard or white vegetable fat cut into cubes. Make sure your filling isn't too wet or your pastry will get a soggy bottom and not be nice and crisp. We hope you try them and have great success! Using a pastry brush, paint the edge of the pastry with a little milk. Dissolve the stock cubes in 2 cups of boiling water. What a treat. Thank you both, I love how easy and fun these videos are. I always save leftover meat and veggies from a roast and use them to make a pie so Pot Luck pie if I dont have enough veggies I usually make carrots and/or frozen petit pois make a gravy/sauce and make sure it is always cool before making a pie else you will have a soggy pie!! 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