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Delicious Individual Beef Pot Pies Recipe: Perfect Single Serve Comfort Food

These individual beef pot pies are a comforting single-serve meal featuring tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich gravy encased in a flaky, golden crust. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a portable meal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed beef and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it thickens.
  4. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and add the frozen peas. Stir to combine and let the filling simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Divide the beef filling evenly among four oven-safe ramekins. Cut the puff pastry into circles slightly larger than the ramekins and place them on top of the filling. Press the edges to seal and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
  6. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Notes

Make Ahead: Prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble and bake when ready to serve. Freezing: Assemble the pot pies but do not bake. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding extra minutes to the cooking time. Customize: Add vegetables like mushrooms or potatoes for extra heartiness.