Aussie Party Pies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Beef Filling
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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3 lb (1.5 kg) chuck steak, cut into small 1cm cubes
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2 onions, diced (brown, yellow, or white)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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4 cups (1 litre) beef stock or broth
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1 cup red wine (dry and dark)
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2 dried bay leaves (or 3 fresh)
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt (plus more to taste)
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2 teaspoons black pepper
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3 tablespoons cornstarch (cornflour)
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4 tablespoons water
→ Pastry
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4 sheets frozen shortcrust pastry (10x10 inches), thawed
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3–4 sheets frozen puff pastry (10x10 inches), thawed
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1 egg yolk or whole egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
→ To Serve
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Tomato sauce or tomato ketchup
# Instructions:
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Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large heavy pot. Sear half of the beef until browned, then transfer to a bowl. Repeat with remaining beef.
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Lower heat to medium-high, add remaining oil, and sauté onions and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Return beef to the pot. Add tomato paste, stock, wine, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 50–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender. Add water if liquid reduces too quickly.
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Mix cornstarch with water, pour into the pot, and stir for 5 more minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool—filling will thicken as it cools.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray 16 muffin or pie tins (about 3.2-inch diameter) with nonstick spray.
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Cut shortcrust pastry into 4-inch rounds and press into tins. Fill each shell to the top with beef mixture. Cut puff pastry into 3.2-inch rounds and place over filling. Press edges to seal and cut small slits in the top.
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Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 20–25 minutes until deep golden brown. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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You can freeze the pies after baking. Reheat straight from frozen or thaw first.
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Use a tomato can as a cutter—it’s the perfect size for the pastry base!
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These pies are great for parties, picnics, or as make-ahead meals.