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Savory Beef Stew Pot Pie - Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

This savory beef stew pot pie combines tender beef, hearty vegetables, and rich gravy wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust for the ultimate comfort food experience. The slow-cooked stew filling develops incredible umami depth with savory herbs, caramelized vegetables, and perfectly cooked beef.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper, then brown in batches until deeply caramelized on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Gradually add beef broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf.
  4. Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5-2 hours until beef is fork-tender. Stir in frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the stew filling to a 9-inch pie dish. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry to cover the dish, trimming excess. Brush with egg wash and cut slits for steam to escape.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and flaky. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Choose beef chuck for optimal tenderness, don't rush the browning step for maximum flavor development, and use flour to naturally thicken the stew. Can be made ahead and frozen for later use.