A 4 and 20 Meat Pie Recipe

Name: A 4 and 20 Meat Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces flour, all-purpose; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 pint water; 2 ounces beef drippings; 12 ounces puff pastry; 1 pound beef minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 pint water; 1 pinch nutmeg; 3 tablespoons flour, all-purpose

Servings: persons

1
Mix all base ingredients thoroughly.
2
Roll out to about 18 inch thickness.
3
Roll out puff pastry to 1/4 inch thickness.
4
Saute the beef.
5
Dissolve the stock cube in the water, add to beef.
6
Season to taste.
7
Sprinkle with flour and cook until flour is browned and incorporated well.
8
Adjust seasoning and coloring to taste.
9
Make pies by putting scoops of about 1/4 cup on the base crust.
10
Cut around the filling, creating individual pies.
11
Brush the top with more egg glaze for color and bake at 350F (180C) until puffed and browned.

566

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces flour, all-purpose, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 pint water, 2 ounces beef drippings, and more.

Yes, A 4 and 20 Meat Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

A 4 and 20 Meat Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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