In the heart of the United States, where culinary traditions blend and harmonize, lies a dish that embodies the spirit of Midwestern comfort food: Ohio meat pie. This savory delicacy is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of generations of home cooks, who transformed humble ingredients into a hearty and satisfying meal. With its golden-brown crust enveloping a rich filling of seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, and a velvety gravy, Ohio meat pie is a nostalgic favorite that warms the soul and brings families together.
This article is a comprehensive guide to this iconic dish, featuring not just one but three delectable recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the classic recipe, a vegetarian variation, and a simplified version that's perfect for busy weeknights. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver the perfect balance of flavors and textures, making Ohio meat pie an unforgettable experience that will leave you craving more.
MEAT PIE
This pie is delicious! I got the recipe from my husband's mother. She is French so I believe this is a French Meat Pie. Beef, pork, and potato are all nicely spiced and baked into a pie. It's yummy and pretty easy to make too! Best served fresh, but you can also make ahead and freeze or refrigerate.
Provided by Lauralane
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Place the potato in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, mash, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, crumble the ground beef and pork into a large saucepan, and add the garlic, onion and water. Season with mustard powder, thyme, cloves and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring to crumble the meat and mix in the spices, until the meat is evenly browned. Remove from the heat, and mix in the mashed potato.
- Place one of the pie crusts into a 9 inch pie plate. Fill with the meat mixture, then top with the other pie crust. Prick the top crust a few times with a knife to vent steam. Crimp around the edges using the tines of the fork, and remove any excess dough. Cover the edges of the pie crust with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the crust has browned. Serve by itself, or with a beef gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 576.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
GOOD OLD MEAT PIE
A great deep dish meat pie made with potatoes, carrots and peas in a rich gravy. Lamb chicken or pork can be used in place of beef. A great recipe for leftover meat!
Provided by Dan Poplawski
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Meat Pie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the pie crust out into a 12 inch circle. Set aside.
- Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Add potato and onion, and cook until the onion is tender, but not brown. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture, and stir to blend. Season with oregano, black pepper and garlic powder. Pour in the beef broth, and add the peas, carrot and beef. Bring to a boil. Transfer the mixture to a 2 quart casserole dish, and place the pastry over the top. Cut slits for steam, and flute the edges.
- Place on a baking sheet, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until crust is golden. Let stand 10 minutes before serving to thicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 757.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 94.6 mg, Fat 46.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 697.1 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
TRADITIONAL MEAT PIE
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h32m
Yield 1 (9-inch) pie
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Pie Crust: Mix flour and shortening. Add salt and cold water. Add all the cold water at once and mix delicately. Form a ball and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Once dough is chilled, flour your worktop. Divide dough in half. Roll out 2 pie crusts. One should be slightly larger than the other, this will be your bottom crust.
- Meat Filling: Heat the oil in a large pot. Add the pork and onion and cook over medium-low heat for 45 minutes, stirring often. When pork is cooked remove fat from pan. Add grated potato, salt, pepper, and allspice, to taste. Stir well, and let mixture rest for 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter the bottom of 9-inch pie plate. Place the bottom crust in the pie plate and poke several holes in the crust with a fork. Make sure an ample amount of crust spills over the edges of the pie plate. Fill the crust with the meat mixture. Level with a spatula. Wet edges of bottom crust and place top crust over meat mixture. Press top crust onto meat mixture to eliminate any air holes. Beat together the egg and the milk to make an egg wash. Pinch the crust edges together and brush the top crust with the egg wash.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F and continue baking for 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
- Slice and serve hot or cold.
MEAT PIES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h50m
Yield 20 meat pies
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the crust: Put the frozen rolls on a baking sheet. Cover with a tea towel and let thaw and rise for 2 to 3 hours.
- For the filling: Add the oil to a large skillet and set it over medium heat. Cook the peppers and onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and garlic, then cook for another minute. Transfer to a bowl or plate and set aside.
- Put the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the beef and cook, breaking up any lumps. Add the chili powder, cumin and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook until the meat is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the tomato paste and 1/4 cup water and stir until combined. Mix in the cooked vegetables. Transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool. When the meat is cool, add the cheese and parsley, then season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- To form: Roll out each dinner roll on a lightly floured surface into a 4-inch circle about 1/4 inch thick. Put 1 1/2 tablespoons of the meat mixture in the center of each circle. Brush around the outside of the circles with the egg wash and fold over the dough to form half-moon shapes. Press the edges together and crimp them with a fork. Put on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush the tops with the egg wash.
- Bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
TASTY MEAT PIE
I work full time as a nurse, so I depend on quick and easy meals like this one. My sister suggested I use canned soups instead of prepared gravy. Now my husband and teenage son ask for seconds and even thirds. -Cheryl Cattane, Lapeer, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 pies (6 serving each).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the soups, potatoes, carrots, salt and pepper; mix well. Divide between two ungreased 9-in. pie plates. , Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to fit the top of each pie; place over filling. Seal and flute edge; cut slits in top. , Bake until golden brown, 45-50 minutes. Let stand on a wire rack for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right meat: Traditionally, ground beef is used in Ohio meat pie, but you can also use ground pork, lamb, or turkey.
- Cook the meat thoroughly: Brown the meat until it is no longer pink in the center. This will help to ensure that the meat is safe to eat and that the pie has a rich flavor.
- Use a variety of vegetables: The vegetables in the pie add flavor, texture, and nutrients. You can use any vegetables you like, but some popular choices include potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions.
- Season the pie well: Use a variety of spices and herbs to season the meat and vegetables. Common seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, and paprika.
- Use a good quality pie crust: The pie crust is an important part of the pie. You can use a store-bought pie crust or make your own. If you are making your own pie crust, be sure to use cold butter and water and to chill the dough before rolling it out.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling: The pie should be baked at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes, then the temperature should be reduced to finish baking the pie.
Conclusion:
Ohio meat pie is a hearty and flavorful dish that is easy to make. It is a great meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. By following these tips, you can make a delicious Ohio meat pie that your family and friends will love.
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