Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms

Name: Steak and Kidney Pie with Bacon and Mushrooms
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 0.25 cup All-Purpose Flour; 1 lb Beef Stew Meat; 0.5 lb Beef Stew Meat; 0.5 cup Beef Stock; 2 tbsp Butter; 4 whole Diced Potatoes; 1 whole Fried Eggs; 1 whole Puff Pastry Sheets; 0.5 cup Red Wine; 1 dash Salt & Pepper; 6 oz Sliced Mushrooms; 4 slices Thick-Cut Bacon; 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 0.5 cup Whole Milk; 1 whole Yellow Onion

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 British High-Protein 💪Sugar-Free Comfort-Food

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

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.