Heart-Healthy Steak and Cheese Pie

Indulge in the comforting, savory flavors of our Heart-Healthy Steak and Cheese Pie, a wholesome twist on a beloved classic. Featuring lean beef steak, fresh vegetables, and a hint of creamy low-fat cheddar, this recipe combines rich, hearty textures with nutritional mindfulness. The filling is thickened with unsweetened almond milk and topped with a golden whole-grain crust, ensuring every bite is both delicious and heart-friendly. Enhanced with aromatic herbs like thyme and parsley, this pie is a perfect balance of taste and health. Ready in just over an hour, this satisfying dish is ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, offering 6 servings of guilt-free comfort food. Perfect for those looking for a nourishing yet indulgent meal, this recipe is packed with flavor, fiber, and protein—all while supporting cardiovascular wellness.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean beef steak (such as sirloin or eye of round), trimmed of excess fat
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, finely diced
• 1 cup Low-sodium beef broth
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or low-fat milk)
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 100 grams Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 crust Whole-grain pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional, keep to a minimum for heart health)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Pat the lean beef steak dry with paper towels and dice it into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced beef and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 5

Stir in the diced carrots and cook for 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.

Step 6

Return the beef to the skillet, and pour in the low-sodium beef broth. Add the thyme and parsley, and season with ground black pepper (and salt, if using). Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 7

While the filling is simmering, whisk the cornstarch into the milk until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the skillet, stirring constantly, until the filling thickens. Remove from heat and fold in the shredded low-fat cheese until melted.

Step 8

Place the whole-grain pie crust into a pie dish. Pour the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into the crust.

Step 9

Cover the pie with the second layer of crust (if using a double crust), and crimp the edges together. Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy a heart-healthy, flavorful pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1575.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2070.5

Total Fat 80.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 385.7mg	0%
Sodium 3148.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.3g
Protein 180.1g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 1361.3mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 2777.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 37.8%

Carbs: 24.4%