Here’s a rich, cozy, and ultra-satisfying Beef and Guinness Pie recipe – the ultimate comfort food that combines melt-in-your-mouth beef, a deeply flavored Guinness-infused gravy, and a golden puff pastry lid. Perfect for cold nights or Sunday dinners.
Beef and Guinness Pie – Hearty, Rich & Comforting
Ingredients (Serves 4–6):
For the Filling:
- 2 lbs (900g) stewing beef (like chuck), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons flour (for dusting the beef)
- Salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ cups Guinness stout (1 can or bottle)
- 1 cup beef stock
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- Optional: 1 teaspoon brown sugar (to balance bitterness)
For the Crust:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)