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Cozy Beef Pot Pie Recipe Easy Homemade Ultimate Flaky Crust

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A comforting beef pot pie with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a golden, flaky crust that is perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 6–8 tbsp ice-cold water
  • 1 lb beef chuck, cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup diced potatoes (Yukon Gold preferred)
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten (optional, for egg wash)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust dough: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups flour and 1 tsp salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces. Slowly add ice-cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the filling: Heat 2 tbsp oil in your skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, carrots, and potatoes. Cook until vegetables start to soften, around 5 minutes.
  3. Make the sauce: Sprinkle 2 tbsp flour over the vegetables and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in 3 cups beef broth while stirring, then add 2 tbsp tomato paste and fresh thyme. Bring to a simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Combine and season: Return browned beef to the skillet, add frozen peas, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to cover your pie dish with the filling inside. Trim excess dough and crimp edges to seal.
  7. Brush the top crust with beaten egg for a shiny, golden finish. Cut a few small slits in the top to let steam escape.
  8. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes until the crust is deeply golden and the filling is bubbling. If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
  9. Let the pot pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Keep butter cold to ensure a flaky crust. Do not overwork the dough to avoid toughness. If filling is too runny, add more flour during sauce preparation. You can prepare the crust dough up to 2 days ahead and keep it refrigerated. For a crisp bottom crust, blind bake for 10 minutes before adding filling. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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