Best 4 Meat Pie Southern Version Recipes
When it comes to comfort food, nothing beats a hearty and flavorful meat pie, especially one made in the traditional Southern style. With its flaky, buttery crust and savory filling of tender meat, vegetables, and rich gravy, this classic dish is sure to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. From choosing the perfect cut of meat to mastering the art of making a flaky crust, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the tips, tricks, and step-by-step instructions you need to create a mouthwatering meat pie that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
EASY MEAT PIE
I was given this recipe from my multi-faceted manager, Linda Mitchell as a quick, easy, filling & delicious dish. I don't eat Pork or Beef, however when I prepare this dish for my Grandmother (Ma), I use a ½ and ½ mixture of ground Turkey and ground Chuck as well as Onion & Garlic powder. You can't tell it has any ground Turkey in it at all! This simple recipe for meat pie turns out a hit every time!!
Provided by Browntrees
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix your choice of ground meat, dried onions, garlic powder and onion powder thoroughly.
- In a skillet, heat canola oil on medium-high heat and brown the ground meat mixture, making sure to chop the meat into small pieces while browning until cooked through.
- Drain any excess oil and juices from skillet. Pour the browned meat mixture into a medium bowl. Add ½ can of the Cream of Chicken soup, ½ can of the Cream of Mushroom soup, fresh chopped onions and parsley to the browned meat and stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Beat egg until slightly foamy. In a small bowl add small-curd cottage cheese then FOLD the beaten egg into the cottage cheese until blended.
- Remove the 9-inch deep dish pie shell from the freezer. Pour the meat mixture into the pie shell and spread the cottage cheese mixture on top.
- Bake in pre-heated oven for 50-55 minutes or until top is golden brown. Let pie cool for approximately 15-30 minutes before serving.
- Serving suggestion: Serve with a side of green beans and a fresh, crisp salad. Enjoy!
MEAT PIE, SOUTHERN VERSION
One of my family's favorite comfort foods is the lowly meat pie. Lowly? It's actually full of flavor and, if made right, looks delicious as well.
Provided by Angela156
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch dish with cooking spray.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and ground pork. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cover and reduce the heat to medium; cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables have softened and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Make a well in the center of the skillet and put the minced garlic directly on the bottom of the pan. Cook for 30 to 60 seconds or until fragrant, and then blend the garlic with the meat mixture. Add the carrot, potato, bay leaf, thyme, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning blend, and salt and pepper.
- Dissolve the bouillon cubes in the hot water in a bowl, and pour it into the meat mixture; mix well. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the carrots are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Lay one sheet of puff pastry in the prepared baking dish. Gently press the pastry into the corners and up the sides of the dish. With a slotted spoon, transfer the meat into the crust and spread evenly. Avoid adding liquid to the pie. Top with Cheddar cheese.
- Whisk together the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon water. Brush the edges of the bottom puff pastry sheet. Lay the second sheet of puff pastry over the baking dish, pressing with a fork to seal the edges. Brush the surface with egg wash and pierce with a fork several times to vent the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling, about 50 minutes. Check after 15 minutes to prevent over-browning (tent with aluminum foil, if necessary). Remove the pie from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 86.4 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 491.1 mg, Sugar 2 g
FAVORITE FRENCH CANADIAN MEAT PIE
I'm a seventh-generation French Canadian, and my ancestors started the tradition of serving this meat pie on Christmas Eve. One year I didn't make it, and my daughter and I felt something was missing. The savory pie goes well with salad and fresh rolls for a lighter meal, and it's good served in small portions with turkey and all the trimmings, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork, beef, veal, potatoes and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the garlic, seasonings and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring frequently., Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Stir in bread crumbs. Combine egg and remaining water; stir into meat mixture. , Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Fill with meat mixture. Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle. Place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. Cut slits in top. Cover edges loosely with foil., Bake 15 minutes. Remove foil. Reduce heat to 375°; bake 30-35 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Fat 29g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 737mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
NATCHITOCHES MEAT PIES
Empanadas, which are elaborate Spanish turnovers filled with chopped meat, usually beef, chopped fruit such as peaches or raisins, vegetables, olives and sometimes hard-boiled eggs, have long been a specialty of Galicia in the northwest area of Spain. Natchitoches, La., is known for its meat pies, which are turnovers filled with ground meat and seasonings. The original Louisiana version is believed to have been developed by the Natchitoches Indians and improved upon by the Spanish. Although most cultures had meat pies, many dating from the Middle Ages, one of the most famous in Louisiana is the salmis or game pie usually served at Christmas.
Provided by Chief Teer
Categories Cajun
Time 1h45m
Yield 15-18 pies, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a heavy-bottomed sauté pan, heat oil over medium high heat. Sauté beef and pork until golden brown, stirring constantly, until all liquid has evaporated.
- Add onions, celery, bell peppers and garlic. Sauté three to five minutes or until vegetables are wilted. This should cook slowly for about one hour, adding beef stock to mixture to prevent sticking. Season to taste using salt and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Roll pie dough into circles and cut into halves. Spoon a generous portion of the cooked meat mixture into the pie shells. Brush a little egg-wash around the edge of the shell, fold over and press the edges with a fork similar to apple turnover. Place on a greased cookie sheet or pan. Make small slits in dough to vent steam, egg-wash entire pie and bake thirty minutes at 400 degrees.
- Pie may also be deep-fried.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.6, Fat 61.3, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 106.2, Sodium 869.9, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.5, Protein 20.9
Tips:
- To ensure a flaky crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. Butter provides flavor, while shortening helps to create a tender texture.
- Work the butter and shortening into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Avoid overworking the dough, as this can result in a tough crust.
- Use ice water to bind the dough together. The cold water will help to prevent the gluten from developing, resulting in a more tender crust.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
- When filling the pie, do not overfill it. This can cause the filling to spill out during baking.
- Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to finish baking. This will help to create a golden brown crust.
Conclusion:
Southern meat pie is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal. With a flaky crust and a savory filling, this pie is sure to be a hit. By following the tips above, you can make a perfect southern meat pie that everyone will love.
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