Steak & Mushroom Stout Pie

This savoury pie is filled with tender chunks of steak and vegetables soaked in a rich stout gravy. The hearty beef stew is simmered on the stovetop, then baked between two layers of flaky pie crust until golden.

A steak and stout pie is a savory dish consisting of tender pieces of beef steak cooked in a rich and hearty stout-based gravy, then enclosed in a pastry crust and baked until golden brown. The stout, a dark beer, adds depth of flavor to the filling, complementing the beef and other ingredients. It’s a popular comfort food dish, especially in British and Irish cuisine, known for its robust and satisfying flavor profile. Typically, the filling may also include vegetables along with herbs and spices for added complexity.

• 3 stripes of bacon
• 1 lb braising steak, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 oz cremini mushrooms, stems discarded, caps quartered
• 1 small carrot, cut into 1 cm cubes
• 1/2 cup peas
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup stout beer
• 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 2 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
• 1 store-bought double pie crust
• 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten with 1 tbsp of cold water