Homestyle Beef and Vegetable Pot Pie
This Homestyle Beef and Vegetable Pot Pie is a comforting and hearty dish that captures the essence of home-cooked meals. Featuring a savory blend of seasoned ground beef, colorful peas, and carrots, all enveloped in a rich beef vegetable barley soup, this pie is topped with golden biscuits that puff up beautifully in the oven. A sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese and crispy French-fried onions add the perfect finish to this classic recipe. Serve it warm and share it with loved ones for a delightful dinner that evokes memories of cherished family gatherings.
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Servings
366
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground beef
1 lb (browned and drained)
condensed beef vegetable barley soup
1 (11 ounce) can
water
1/2 cup
frozen peas and carrots
1 (10 ounce) package (thawed and drained)
seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon
garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon
ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon
shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (divided)
French-fried onions
1 1/3 cups (divided)
refrigerated biscuits
1 (7 1/2 ounce) package (cut in half)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it into large chunks. Once cooked, drain any excess fat.
3
Add the condensed beef vegetable barley soup, water, thawed peas, carrots, seasoning salt, garlic powder, and ground black pepper to the skillet. Stir the mixture well and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4
Remove the skillet from the heat, then stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 2/3 cup of French-fried onions until well combined.
5
Pour the beef and vegetable mixture into a 12 x 8-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
6
Take each refrigerated biscuit and cut it in half. Arrange the biscuit halves, cut side down, around the edge of the casserole, creating a beautiful border.
7
Bake the casserole uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
8
Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the remaining 2/3 cup of French-fried onions on top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the onions are golden and crispy.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
30g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestyle Beef and Vegetable Pot Pie?
It is a comforting and hearty dish featuring seasoned ground beef, peas, and carrots in a rich beef vegetable barley soup topped with golden biscuits, cheddar cheese, and crispy French-fried onions.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do I prepare the ground beef for this recipe?
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it into large chunks, and drain any excess fat once cooked.
What kind of soup is used in this pot pie?
The recipe calls for one 11-ounce can of condensed beef vegetable barley soup.
How much water should be added to the mixture?
Add 1/2 cup of water to the skillet mixture.
Do the frozen peas and carrots need to be thawed?
Yes, the 10-ounce package of frozen peas and carrots should be thawed and drained before adding them to the skillet.
What seasonings are used in this beef pot pie?
The seasonings include 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning salt, 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
How long should the beef and vegetable mixture simmer?
Let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
How much cheese is added to the skillet mixture?
Stir 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture after removing the skillet from the heat.
How many French-fried onions are stirred into the beef mixture?
2/3 cup of French-fried onions are stirred into the mixture before transferring it to the baking dish.
What size baking dish is needed for this recipe?
A 12 x 8-inch baking dish is recommended for this casserole.
How should the refrigerated biscuits be prepared?
Each refrigerated biscuit should be cut in half.
Where should the biscuit halves be placed on the pot pie?
Arrange the biscuit halves, cut side down, around the edge of the casserole to create a border.
How long is the initial baking time?
Bake the casserole uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes.
How do I know when the biscuits are done?
The biscuits are done when they are golden brown and cooked through.
What toppings are added after the initial baking period?
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the remaining 2/3 cup of French-fried onions on top.
How long is the final bake after adding the toppings?
Bake for an additional 5 minutes until the onions are golden and crispy.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 366 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There is 13g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving has 20g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, while shredded cheddar is recommended, you can substitute it with Colby Jack or a Mexican blend.
What if I cannot find beef vegetable barley soup?
You can substitute it with a standard beef vegetable soup, though the texture provided by the barley may vary.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a great family meal.
Can I add extra vegetables?
Certainly! You can increase the amount of peas and carrots or add corn or green beans if desired.
How should I serve this dish?
Serve it warm, ideally shared with loved ones as a comforting dinner.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prepare the beef and vegetable base ahead of time, but it is best to add and bake the biscuits just before serving.
What type of biscuits should I buy?
A standard 7.5 ounce package of refrigerated biscuits works best for this recipe.
Are the French-fried onions mandatory?
They are recommended for a crispy finish, but you can omit them if you prefer.
Is this a good recipe for family gatherings?
Yes, it is specifically described as a dish that evokes memories of cherished family gatherings.