Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms
Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms layers tender beef and kidney with smoky bacon, earthy mushrooms, and a splash of red wine under flaky puff pastry. A topping of buttery mash adds a hearty, comforting finish, perfect for cold evenings. The rich gravy and golden crust make this a warming centerpiece for winter gatherings.
- Prep50 mins
- Cook3 hrs
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 21
- Heart Health
- 73
- Metabolic
- 39
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Slice the kidneys in half and remove the tubes and skins; rinse thoroughly under cold running water.
- 2
Pat dry, then cut into 1/2 inch dice.
- 3
Pour the vegetable oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot and set over medium-high heat.
- 4
Season the flour with salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
- 5
Toss the kidney and stew meat in the flour, then shake off any excess.
- 6
Sear the meat in the hot oil until well browned, then remove it.
- 7
Add the bacon to the pot and cook until crisp.
- 8
Stir in the onion and mushroom and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
- 9
Pour in the beef stock, wine, and browned meat; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- 10
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the meat is tender.
- 11
Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.
- 12
Place the potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover and set over high heat.
- 13
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- 14
Drain, then mash with the butter and milk; season with salt and pepper.
- 15
Allow to cool.
- 16
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 17
Press one sheet of the puff pastry into a 9 inch pie dish and trim the edges to fit.
- 18
Fill with the cooled meat mixture.
- 19
Spread the mashed potatoes over the top, about one inch thick.
- 20
Place the remaining sheet of puff pastry over the top of the pie.
- 21
Trim the excess pastry around the edges, then crimp the edges with a fork.
- 22
Brush the top with the beaten egg.
- 23
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden.
- Calories 573.68 kcal High 29%
- Protein 18.82 g Good Source 38%
- Carbohydrate 62.66 g 23%
- Total Fat 27.71 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 11.11 g High 56%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 27.45 mg Moderate 9%
- Sodium 1326.54 mg High 58%
- Dietary Fiber 5.71 g Good Source 20%
- Total Sugars 6.27 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 168.37 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 2.14 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 488.19 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 59.65 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 0.31 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.22 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms is made with 15 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 3 hrs 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Beef Stew Meat, Beef Stew Meat, and Beef Stock. Each serving provides about 573.68 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Beef Stew Meat, Beef Stew Meat, Beef Stock, Butter. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms?
- About 3 hrs 50 mins in total: 50 mins to prepare and 3 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 573.68 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 23 steps.
- Is Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms healthy?
- Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 573.68 calories and 18.82 g of protein, or 38% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1326.54 mg (58% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.11 g (56% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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