Hearty Beef and Potato Pie
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Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4.
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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.
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While the potatoes are cooking, dice the onion and crush the garlic. Grate the cheese.
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Heat a frying pan on high heat. Add the beef and onion and fry for 6 minutes.
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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.
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Drain the potatoes and return them to the pan. Add a splash of milk and knob of butter. Mash well.
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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.
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While the pie is baking, bring another saucepan of water to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 3 minutes.
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Split the pie in half and place onto two plates. Serve with the peas on the side.