Hearty Beef and Potato Pie

Potatoes Tomato Puree Cheddar Cheese Garlic Clove Beef Mince Red Onions Dried Oregano Red Wine Stock Beef Stock Green Peas
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4.

  • Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Cut the potatoes into 2cm chunks and add them to the water. Cook for 20 minutes.

  • While the potatoes are cooking, dice the onion and crush the garlic. Grate the cheese.

  • Heat a frying pan on high heat. Add the beef and onion and fry for 6 minutes.

  • Add the garlic, tomato puree, and oregano and fry for 1 minute. Add 150ml of water, the beef stock, and the red wine stock. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 6 minutes.

  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pan. Add a splash of milk and knob of butter. Mash well.

  • Place the beef mixture into an ovenproof dish. Top with the mashed potatoes and spread evenly. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top and bake in the oven for 6 minutes.

  • While the pie is baking, bring another saucepan of water to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 3 minutes.

  • Split the pie in half and place onto two plates. Serve with the peas on the side.