Savory Meat and Cheese Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

For the crust:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 4-6 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

Make the crust:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.
  4. Divide the dough into two equal discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the filling:

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheeses.

Assemble the pie:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
  3. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie dish and trim the edges.
  4. Pour the meat and cheese filling into the pie crust.
  5. Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the filling.
  6. Trim the edges of the top crust, crimp the edges to seal, and cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape.
  7. Brush the top crust with milk or egg wash.

Bake the pie:

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  2. Let cool slightly before serving.

Enjoy your homemade savory meat and cheese pie!

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