Huey's Beef Worcestershire Pies: A Culinary Symphony of Savory Delights
Indulge in the tantalizing aroma of homemade beef pies, meticulously crafted with layers of savory flavors. These pies, inspired by the legendary Huey's restaurant, are a testament to the art of culinary excellence. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and tastes, from the tender beef filling to the flaky, golden-brown crust. With variations ranging from traditional to unique flavor combinations, these pies promise an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Discover the secrets behind this classic dish and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
THE BEST SHEPHERD'S PIE
We stuck with tradition and made our shepherd's pie with lamb, but you could easily swap in ground beef. The saucy filling is packed with tender vegetables and the creamy topping is inspired by the Irish potato dish, colcannon, and is filled with cabbage, leeks and cheese.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- For the topping: Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Season with 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and reserve the saucepan.
- Meanwhile, make the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots, onion, celery, garlic, thyme and 2 teaspoons salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook until it turns brick red, about 8 minutes. Add the lamb, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes.
- Stir in the peas. Stir in the flour until incorporated, about 1 minute. Add the broth and Worcestershire and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
- To finish the topping, melt the butter in the large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cabbage and leeks and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the heavy cream, 1 tablespoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper, and cook until warm, about 1 minute. Return the potatoes to the pan with the cabbage and add the cheese. Mash with a potato masher or wooden spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in the egg yolks.
- Transfer the filling to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the topping, swirling to create texture. Make sure that the sides are sufficiently covered so the filling doesn't leak through. Bake until the filling is bubbly and the top is lightly golden, about 35 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.
HUEY'S BEEF & WORCESTERSHIRE PIES
A recipe which Huey (Aussie chef Iain Hewitson) classifies as GOOD OLD AUSSIE TUCKER, which means the recipe's origins are Anglo-Saxon (i.e. pre-European culinary influences). In posting this recipe, I have "converted" Huey's "a generous slurp of Worcestershire sauce" to 2-3 tablespoons of worcestershire sauce. Be guided by your taste preferences here.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 Huey's Beef & Worcestershire Pies, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat a little oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and gently sauté the onion, garlic and bacon until tender, stirring now and again.
- Add the cubed steak and gently cook until it changes colour, stirring regularly.
- Then stir in the flour and briefly cook.
- Add the tomatoes, stock, parsley, bay leaves, seasonings and Worcestershire sauce; mix well, bring to the simmer and then turn the heat down; gently simmer for about 1 hour until the meat is very tender; remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- Cut the pastry sheets into six rounds and press into individual, lightly oiled pie tins, leaving a little pastry around the edges; put them on an oven tray and refrigerate while the filling is cooking.
- Preheat oven to 180°C/350°-375°F/gas mark 4-5.
- Combine the egg and milk, and cut out six smaller pastry rounds.
- Spoon the filling into the cooled pastry tins and fold in the pastry edges; paint the edges and the smaller pastry round edges with egg wash; place the rounds over the pies, press down the edges and place on an oven tray; brush again with the egg wash and cook in the oven for about 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
- Serve the Beef & Worcestershire Pies with tomato sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.4, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 101.2, Sodium 770.3, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.5, Protein 25.8
HUEY'S BEEF IN GUINNESS
A recipe from Australian chef Iain Hewitson's book 'Tales and Recipes from a Traveling Cook', which I've adapted and posted for the Zaar World Tour 2005. Huey has published several books and his popular TV cooking show appears twice daily. Of this recipe, Huey says "Try this with different styles of beer - each will impart a different flavour. And, remember, stews and braises are even better when reheated the following day".
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Stew
Time 1h55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 190ºC.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large, heavy-based, non-stick pan and brown the beef on all sides. You may need to do this in 2 or 3 batches. Add more oil if needed. Remove, set aside and season to taste.
- Add a little more oil to the pan and sauté the onions, garlic, mushrooms and bacon, until the onions, garlic and mushrooms are softening.
- Place the beef, onion, garlic, mushrooms and bacon in a large ovenproof pot, add the sugar, tomato paste, beef stock and Guinness and mix well so that all the ingredients are well-combined.
- Season to taste, and cover the pot tightly with foil and the lid, and cook for 11/4 to 11/2 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Serve with Irish cook Kevin Dundon's Colcannon recipe #123663 and plenty of crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.6, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 116.6, Sodium 360.3, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 5.7, Protein 36.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pie will be. Choose high-quality beef, Worcestershire sauce, and puff pastry.
- Cook the beef until it is tender: The beef should be cooked until it is fall-apart tender. This will ensure that the pie filling is rich and flavorful.
- Use a good quality Worcestershire sauce: The Worcestershire sauce is a key ingredient in this recipe. Choose a high-quality sauce that has a deep, rich flavor.
- Don't overfill the pies: The pies should be filled to the brim, but not overflowing. This will prevent the filling from spilling out when the pies are baked.
- Bake the pies until they are golden brown: The pies should be baked until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. This will ensure that the pies are cooked through.
Conclusion:
Huey's Beef Worcestershire Pies are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pies are filled with tender beef, Worcestershire sauce, and vegetables, and they are baked in a flaky puff pastry crust. These pies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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