Savory Autumn Delight Pie
The Perfect Autumn Comfort Food
Fall is the season of cozy sweaters, hot drinks, and comforting meals. Nothing says comfort food quite like a savory pie, and this autumn delight pie is the perfect addition to your fall recipe collection.
Ingredients
To make this savory autumn delight pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make your savory autumn delight pie:
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add the salt, black pepper, thyme, rosemary, and nutmeg and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture and stir to coat.
- Add the beef broth and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Add the frozen peas and carrots and stir to combine.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let cool slightly.
- Roll out your pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Pour the beef mixture into the pie crust.
- Brush the beaten egg over the edges of the pie crust.
- Bake the pie for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations
While this savory autumn delight pie is delicious as is, you can also experiment with different variations to make it your own. Here are a few ideas:
- Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Add diced potatoes or sweet potatoes for extra heartiness.
- Top the pie with mashed potatoes instead of a crust for a shepherd’s pie-style dish.
- Add grated cheese to the beef mixture for extra flavor.
Conclusion
This savory autumn delight pie is the ultimate comfort food for fall. With its hearty beef filling and flaky crust, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Try it out for your next cozy night in!