Potato and Beef Pie

Savory, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, this Potato and Beef Pie is the ultimate cozy dinner for any night of the week. Featuring a flavorful ground beef filling made with sautéed onions, carrots, garlic, peas, and thyme, this dish is elevated with a hint of richness from tomato paste and beef broth. Topped with silky, buttery mashed potatoes—plus a sprinkle of golden, bubbling cheese if you feel indulgent—this classic pie is oven-baked to perfection, creating a beautifully crisp crust on the surface. Ready in just over an hour, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that serves four and transports the essence of homecooked comfort to your family table. Perfect for meal prepping or serving at gatherings, this Potato and Beef Pie delivers on both flavor and warmth.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 800 grams Potatoes
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 100 grams Frozen peas
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 250 milliliters Beef broth
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 125 milliliters Milk
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 50 grams Grated cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. Place them in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.

Step 2

While the potatoes are cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and grated carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomato paste, beef broth, peas, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them in a large bowl. Add the butter, milk, and a pinch of salt, mashing until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Transfer the beef mixture into a baking dish and spread it out evenly. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top, spreading them evenly to cover the meat. Use a fork to create texture on the surface of the potatoes.

Step 8

Optionally, sprinkle grated cheese over the potato layer for added flavor.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pie is bubbling at the edges.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the pie rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2162.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2843.3

Total Fat 166.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 506.7mg	0%
Sodium 4150.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 134.4g	0%

Vitamin D 59.7IU	0%
Calcium 844.0mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 6867.7mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 30.7%