Meat pie

A meat pie is a savory dish made with pastry crust and a filling that typically includes minced or diced meat, gravy, vegetables, and seasonings. It’s a classic comfort food found in many cuisines around the world — from British pub pies to Australian hand pies, Nigerian meat pies, and Jamaican patties.

Here’s a simple recipe for a traditional meat pie (British-style):

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🥧 Classic Meat Pie Recipe

Ingredients
For the pastry:

• 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour

• 1 cup (225 g) cold butter, cubed

• 1 tsp salt

• 6–8 tbsp cold water

For the filling:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or minced meat

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 1 carrot, diced (optional)

• 1 cup beef stock

• 1 tbsp flour

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 egg, beaten (for glazing)

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Instructions

1. Make the pastry:

   • Combine flour and salt in a bowl.

   • Rub in the butter until the mix looks like breadcrumbs.

   • Gradually add cold water, mixing until a dough forms.

   • Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the filling:

   • In a skillet, cook the minced meat until browned.

   • Add onion and carrot; cook until softened.

   • Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.

   • Add stock and Worcestershire sauce; simmer until thickened.

   • Season with salt and pepper. Cool slightly.

3. Assemble the pie:

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

   • Roll out half the pastry and line a pie dish.

   • Spoon in the cooled meat filling.

   • Roll out the remaining pastry and cover the pie.

   • Seal the edges, trim excess, and cut small vents on top.

   • Brush with beaten egg.

4. Bake:

   • Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown.

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Would you like me to adapt the recipe to a specific style — like Australian, Nigerian, or Jamaican meat pie?