Savory Beef and Veggie Pot Pie
This Savory Beef and Veggie Pot Pie is a delightful family favorite that brings comfort food to a whole new level. Packed with tender beef sirloin, a medley of colorful vegetables, and rich flavorings, this dish tastes like it simmered for hours, but can be ready to serve in under an hour! Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish pairs beautifully with a side of beef gravy for an extra touch of indulgence. Your family will be asking for seconds every time!
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Servings
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Calories
22
Ingredients
Ingredients
beef sirloin, cubed
1 lb (cut into bite-sized pieces)
flour
2 tablespoons (for coating beef and thickening the filling)
butter
1 tablespoon (for browning the beef)
avocado oil
1 tablespoon (for browning the beef)
dry red wine
1/2 cup (for deglazing)
beef broth
1 cup (for the filling)
Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon (for flavoring)
potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 (cut into small cubes)
carrots, diced
2 (cut into small dice)
frozen peas
1/2 cup (no preparation needed)
corn
1/2 cup (no preparation needed)
dried parsley
1 teaspoon (for seasoning)
sugar
1 teaspoon (for balancing flavors)
garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
onion salt
1/4 teaspoon (for seasoning)
pepper
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
salt
to taste (for seasoning)
bay leaf
1 (for flavoring)
flour (for slurry)
2 tablespoons (mixed with water)
water (for slurry)
2 tablespoons (mixed with flour)
pie crusts
2 (9 inch) (store-bought or homemade)
beef gravy
for serving (optional, served on the side)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Beef and Veggie Pot Pie?
It is a comfort food dish featuring tender beef sirloin, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a rich filling baked in a pie crust.
How long does it take to prepare this pot pie?
This dish can be ready to serve in under an hour, making it much faster than traditional pot pies that simmer for hours.
What cut of beef is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of beef sirloin, cubed into bite-sized pieces for tenderness.
Which vegetables are included in the filling?
The filling includes potatoes, carrots, frozen peas, and corn.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
Yes, the recipe specifies using four potatoes that have been peeled and cubed.
What kind of wine is used for deglazing?
1/2 cup of dry red wine is used to deglaze the pan and add depth to the filling.
What is used to thicken the pot pie filling?
The filling is thickened using flour for coating the beef and a slurry made of 2 tablespoons of flour mixed with 2 tablespoons of water.
How many pie crusts are required?
You will need two 9-inch pie crusts, which can be either store-bought or homemade.
Is there a recommended side dish for this pot pie?
It pairs beautifully with a side of beef gravy for an extra touch of indulgence.
What role does Worcestershire sauce play?
One tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce is added to provide a savory, umami flavoring to the beef mixture.
Why is sugar added to a savory pot pie?
One teaspoon of sugar is used to balance the savory and acidic flavors of the filling.
What cooking fats are used to brown the beef?
A combination of 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of avocado oil is used for browning the sirloin.
What seasonings are used in the beef pot pie?
Seasonings include dried parsley, garlic powder, onion salt, pepper, salt, and a bay leaf.
Can I use frozen vegetables?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for frozen peas and corn.
Is this recipe suitable for busy weeknights?
Yes, because it can be prepared in under an hour, it is perfect for busy weeknights.
How much beef broth is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of beef broth for the filling.
How should the carrots be prepared?
The two carrots should be diced into a small dice.
What size should the beef pieces be?
The beef sirloin should be cut into bite-sized pieces.
Does the recipe use fresh corn?
The recipe lists 1/2 cup of corn, which can be frozen or canned as no specific preparation is needed.
What is the purpose of the bay leaf?
The bay leaf is added during the cooking process to provide additional aromatic flavoring.
Can I make this dish for a family?
Absolutely, it is described as a delightful family favorite that kids and adults will enjoy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 22 ingredients in total, including the optional beef gravy for serving.
What is the first step in preparing the beef?
The beef is first cubed and then coated in 2 tablespoons of flour before browning.
How much garlic powder is used?
1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder is used for seasoning.
Is onion salt different from regular salt in this recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of onion salt is used specifically to add both saltiness and onion flavor.
Should the pie crusts be 9 inches?
Yes, the recipe specifies two 9-inch pie crusts.
Is the beef gravy cooked inside the pie?
No, the beef gravy is intended to be served on the side.
How much parsley is used?
1 teaspoon of dried parsley is included for seasoning the filling.
Can I use a different oil instead of avocado oil?
While the recipe calls for avocado oil, you can typically substitute another high-heat oil for browning meat.
What is the texture of the beef in this pot pie?
The beef sirloin is prepared to be tender, making it easy to eat within the flaky pie crust.