Easy French Meat Pie Recipes
Flaky double crust wrapped around a warmly spiced beef-and-pork filling with tender potato. Comforting, simple, and perfect for any cozy dinner.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 14 oz refrigerated pie crusts, two 9-inch rounds keep chilled until filling is ready
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter or use a splash of oil
- 1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1.1 lb ground beef (about 85% lean)
- 0.55 lb ground pork
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1.5 cup mashed russet potatoes plain, cooled; from about 1 medium potato
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 0.25 tsp ground allspice
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.12 tsp ground cloves
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.75 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce optional, for depth
- 2 tbsp whole milk for brushing the crust
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat oven to 400°F and set a rack in the lower third.
- Warm butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Soften onion for 4–5 minutes, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Brown beef and pork in the skillet, breaking into small bits. Spoon off excess fat if needed.
- Season with thyme, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire. Pour in broth and simmer until slightly reduced, about 8–10 minutes.
- Fold in mashed potatoes and cook 2–3 minutes until thick and cohesive. Let the filling cool 10 minutes.
- Fit one crust into a 9-inch pie plate. Spoon in the warm filling and smooth the top. Cover with the second crust, trim, seal, and crimp. Cut a few vents.
- Brush the top crust with milk. Bake 35–40 minutes, until deep golden and bubbling at the edges.
- Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing so the juices settle.
Notes
Variation: Add 1/2 cup finely diced celery with the onion, or swap thyme for a pinch of herbes de Provence. For a glossy finish, use an egg wash instead of milk if you prefer.
Serve with tangy mustard or cranberry relish. Leftovers keep 3–4 days refrigerated; reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through for the best crust.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy French Meat Pie Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.