Meat & Potato Pie

RECIPE
The Meat & Potato Pie is a great British institution, but every area had their own take on this classic pie. My Yorkshire Meat & Potato Pie is the same recipe I used in may bakeries or more than 60 years both in the UK and also here in Spain.
A few years ago this particular pie got a bad press due to unscrupulous bakers padding out the pie with potato and cutting down on the meat content. Consequently, the powers that be made them change the name of the pie to ‘Potato & Meat Pie’. Although the authorities tried to make us change ours, we never did, simply because our pie always contained more meat than potato.
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RECIPE:
700g Beef
500g Potato
3 Garlic Cloves
2 tbls Plain Flour
300lm Beef Stock
300ml Red Wine or more Beef Stock
1 Large Onion (250g approx.)
1 tbls Tomato Paste
1 tbls Worcester Sauce
2 Bay Leaves
1 Sprig Thyme
1tsp Mustard Powder (Optional)
Salt & Pepper
Link to my Pastry Recipes: mr-pauls-pantry.com/pastry-re...
My tins are 120cm x 35cm Please don’t ask me where I bought them. I’ve had them almost 50 years. You can use any size tin available.
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[@waynebinuk]

Excellent no nonsense step by step guide to make the perfect pie, shall be trying this recipe tomorrow, thanks for the recipe 👍

[@emmajones7742]

Looks amazing, looks just right. Will definitely use this recipe.

[@Hedgehogsinthemist123]

You can’t beat a nice homemade pie.

[@Patient1717]

I just love your videos showing us how to make good honest food, THANK YOU Mr Paul

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My pleasure, thank you for watching.

[@sharonclaridge]

That looks gorgeous! I do like a good pie (so nothing from a supermarket). Just the right time of year for this too, thank you!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You are so welcome Sharon. Thank you for watching.

[@donnavorce8856]

You're looking very well Mr Paul. I hope you're feeling tip top. Thank you for the latest recipe. Cheers

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Yes, thank you Donna, I'm slowly on the mend, not quite 100% yet, not sure I will ever be at my age but I'll keep trying. Many thanks for watching.

[@simonwong2346]

I look forward to trying this pie recipe. Comfort food! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Mr. Paul.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You are very welcome Siman- Thank you for watching.

[@davidfoster959]

Hi Paul, You’ve given us another gem with this one. For my first attempt all of your key hints worked. No soggy bottom, absolutely right texture, firm not runny, and extraordinary nice flavour. Thank you. David and Angela

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hello David, Thanks for the feedback, I like to hear of the successes, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Give my regards to Angela.

[@jobartlett7987]

Batch baked these and froze them the other day for the motorhome, I did however cook 2 for my partner and son said they tasted amazing, thank you so much, it’s all thanks to you that I’ve got into making pies etc, if I hadn’t of found your videos I’d of never done it, I’m throughly enjoy learning from you ❤…

[@janelloyd4332]

Thank you for the recipe Mr Paul, it looks absolutely delicious, especially now the days are getting colder . So nice to see you looking so well. Take care of yourself

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks Jane, the evening are getting cooler here in Spain too, I had the central heating on last night for the first time this year.

[@snowpony001]

This looks like such a hearty and satisfying meal. Great video. Thanks

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hello Snowpony001, Many thanks for watching and also fo subscribing too, I really do appreciate it.

[@robertbarnier45]

Love your old fashioned quality cooking. Thanks Paul. Aussie Bob 😊

[@carolinerebornknight]

Oh yummy! My hubby will love this 😊 thank you Mr. Paul 😊

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My pleasure Caroline😊 Thank you for watching, nice to hear from you again.

[@MelbourneShorts11]

Looks delicious. i tried your Cornish pasties and now im giving these a go, yum

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Wonderful, hope you enjoy them. Thanks for watching.

[@1slysylvia]

It's so good to see your video, Sir. Good to see you are keeping well. Thank you as always

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you too for watching and also for taking the time to comment.

[@carolinerebornknight]

So lovely to see you back posting ☺️ I hope you are feeling well 😊

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Yes! Thank you!

[@janetdelen2852]

Another perfect video and pie....lovely.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you 😋

[@kenbell3250]

I am from Manchester, the city that is the home of the meat & potato pie and I used to wolf them down from the chippie when I was young. As you say, the machine-made pies are now almost entirely potato with hardly any meat, so I started making my own. I will try your version soon.

[@stephenhope7319]

I am from Manchester too, used to come home from school and have a meat and potato pie from local bakery. I have been making good pies for the last 42 years here in Sacramento, Ca and family love them. Thanks the Bee City, Manchester.

[@christhompson4270]

Homemade pie’s are so much better than brought ones from the supermarket’s. Take care and thank you for sharing 🙏👍❤️

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Absolutely Chris. every time.

[@shanataliep9555]

I made the pie and it turn out wonderfully! Thank you Mr Paul

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Wonderful, I'm so glad you enjoyed it Shana and thank you for your feedback it's always appreciated.

[@muffinmarie01]

It's wonderful to see you looking so well.I hope all that unpleasantness is behind you and just good health from here on out . I finally purchased a scale and what a difference in measurements. I also bought a temperature gage for my oven and found out it was 50 degrees off. Now that I have started using both I can't believe what an improvement there is in my cooking and especially the baking. Thank you for all the helpful information you have provided. 🥰

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you Susan, I'm very pleased you took my advice with the scale and oven thermometer. Thanks for watching.

[@alimuzhussain8394]

Mr Paul, Are you a KZbin millionaire?

[@dglawrence5970]

That looks delicious. Thank you.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My pleasure 😊 Nice to hear frim you and thanks for watching

[@reahradin]

Hello sir thank you for sharing your recipe ❤

[@realgirl2704]

Absolutely lovely! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I hope I can manage to make one as well as you do. I’m sure going to try.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You can do it I'm sure. Thanks for watching.

[@hilarypons5210]

Delicious; I ve made it twice ; everyone loved it,

[@robertbarnier45]

Your food reminds me of when I was a kid & everything was delicious. Aussie Bob 😊😊😊

[@jasonredshaw71]

Hi Mr Paul. Jason here. I am sat in my kitchen watching your you tube videos, cos my Labrador has stolen and eaten a frozen shepherd’s pie that was in a plastic takeaway container. She has eaten the lot,including the container.She is now in emergency surgery. I’m waiting to hear if she’s gonna be ok. She’s my baby and I’m in bits. However your videos are keeping my mind off things

[@MrPaulsPantry]

I'm very sorry to hear that, I know exactly how you feel. I have rescue dogs and they were all starving to death when I found them and they stole and ate absolutely everything in sight. Fortunately the have now settled down to eat normally. I wish your baby well Jason.

[@buddyboy4x44]

I love how your videos explain "techniques" which I did not always know. Using the back of the knife to cut the pastry edge. Part cook the potatoes in the first stage. Cool meat mixture completely. Great tips. I was disappointed I could not savour the flavour like you did at the end but will correct that when I make it myself. I was hoping to see a video of the making of your short crust pastry; the link goes to a printed recipe only. Great video though, thank you.

[@judyhock5422]

When I was in the Navy I was stationed in Spain for 4 years. I absolutely loved it! Well darn it I'm getting hungry now!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Judy, I opened a bakery here 25 years ago, been retired 11 years and I too love it.

[@LazyCookPete]

You are my pie guru Mr Paul. Meat and potato pies are popular here in North Wales too, but I have never seen such a good 'un as this one 😋 Shared!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks Pete, that means a lot to me coming from you. Regards to you and Richard.

[@mikecharles6767]

My favourite pie Paul! Glad that you are OK. Mike

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Mike, yes I'm slowly getting back to normal. This is one of my favourite pies too. Nice to hear from you again.

[@sharronlewis3429]

🇬🇧❤️ Mr Paul, my mouth was watering 🤤😋, pie peas & proper gravy .

[@briansnowdon2750]

33.1k subscribers actually!!! Well excited for this pie!!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks for watching Brian and for updating me on the subscribers. I always remember to look after I've logged out!!!

[@Canalcoholic]

Building fast now, and fully justified, I joined a couple of weeks back at around 50k.

[@166sue]

Looks tasty, I will making this for our tea tonight thank you

[@margaretrobinson1670]

They look delicious.🤤👍

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you Margaret 😋

[@grahamturner5963]

Hi Mr Paul. I love a good pie. Too many times in the past I've bought ones that were more pastry than filling or found that the main ingredient (chicken, beef etc.) was almost non-existent compared to veg or spud. A recent rib roast yielded plenty of seconds so I mixed up some veg and gravy and made individual shortcrust pies and puff pastry slices 😃

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Sounds wonderful Graham, pity I'm so far away otherwise I could have helped you get rid of a few!!!

[@Miss992vee]

That filling would be gone before the next day in this house ......🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.....very nice recipe you make your food with love🤗🤗🤗.your fan from zambia 🇿🇲

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you so much 😁

[@lexilooloo7873]

made these for dinner with chips & peas! big hit! totally delish! brought back fond memories of my mom making big meat & potato pies when we were kids! took pics so how do I send them to you @Mr Paul

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Lexilooloo, thanks for the feedback. You can send photo via my Facebook page at facebook.com/MrPaulsPantry/ or via email at [e-mail] Looking forward to seeing them.

[@lennymclean.]

Smashing pies Mr P.

[@chrissierichards6802]

Must make this. Hope you keeping well xx

[@MrPaulsPantry]

I am Thanks. Nice to hear from you again.

[@janetdelen2852]

That pie looks like one hearty pie. I'll be making it for dinner tomorrow.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Janet, thanks for watching and do let me know how the pie goes please.

[@GolDreadLocks]

I love pie! Steak 'n' kidney is one of my favourites! I just bought potatoes and bottom blade roast guess what I will be making?!!, HA! HA! Thank you for Another delish dish!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Sounds great, nice to hear from you again.

[@aviationaviation1032]

Paul, how can I increase the gravy in the pie without going soggy at the bottom.

[@geosamm9981]

Another cracking recipe

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you 😋

[@96waterside]

Yummy x

[@rudewayz1413]

👀 PASTRY RECIPES 👀 THANK-YOU MR. PAUL YOU ARE A GEM ✨

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[@rudewayz1413]

@@MrPaulsPantry I WAS WONDERING WHERE THE LINK WAS 😆. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@betsyacosta6773]

Hi Mr Paul. I just discovered you! I am enjoying your videos very much. I'm an American but have been trying my hand at hand pies. I am working on this recipe right now but it seems your meat as it is stewing is more , how do I say it, liquid? Mine seems thick at this point before adding potatoes. Where did I go wrong?? Lol. Going to continue and we shall see what it turns out like tomorrow 😲😲😲😁

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Betsy, it sounds like you have had the heat a little too high and the liquid has evaporated. Best if you keep an eye on it during the cooking and if necessary and a little more water. All meat is different and some take longer to cook than others. Do please let me know how it tastes..

[@betsyacosta6773]

@@MrPaulsPantry I redid it with a meat that had a bit more fat to it, turned down the heat and it was Amazing!! I can't believe I made it haha no one in my family can either. Your videos are wonderful and if you follow your recipe food will turn out good 😁 Thank you for the advice.

[@fionasmyth4303]

Hello Paul. Have been following your recipes for a while yet and not been disappointed. I was wondering. I believe you are now living in Spain. If this is the case can l ask where do you buy your lard from. I haven't managed to source it here yet.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Mercadona, Consum supermarkets all sell it. Its called Manteca de Cerdo and it's packed in a plastic square tub.

[@niueanlaho]

Love the meat and potato pie or the Potato Top ..........

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

You are a wonderful teacher! Meat pies are not common here in the USA, but I’ve gotten my family addicted to them! Thank you, KZbin lol! Please teach us more! XOjennyinseattle

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You are so welcome Jenny, Don't forget you can always contact me via Email if you have any questions, I'm at [e-mail]

[@philipatkinson7039]

Tha can't beat a good meyt and tayter pie mr paul. I make a great meyt and tayter pie that i watched my grandmother and her sister make year's ago and their pastry was just lard, plain flour, salt and water and I've still got their old mixing bowls and pie dishes that's donkey's year's old naar and I'm 50 so that'll gi thi an idea mi owd cocker. I've subscribed and greetings from a fellow yorkshire man from a cold but sunny south yorkshire 👍🍻

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Philip. Thank you for your very interesting comment. I personally always use lard only in my pastry, however, I have encourage people tp try these old tried and tested recipe that I used in my bakery both in the UK and also here in Spain. Although I'm originally from Leeds, before I came to liver here in Granada and open my bakery 25 years ago, my late wife and I lived in Gt, Houghton, Nr. Barnsley, I'm approaching 80 and still use many of the old baking tins I started my first bakery with 60+ years ago. Lovely to hear from you Philip. Look afta thee sen.

[@philipatkinson7039]

@@MrPaulsPantry brilliant reply mr paul and great houghton is not far away from me. I'm from a place called rawmarsh near rotherham and it's great to hear that you're doing well mi owd cocker 👍👌

[@FarleyHillBilly]

Nice to see you again A lifetime of experience, I treasure your posts Where can I get a bigger trowel

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Nice to hear from you, thank you for watching.

[@andreahughes6288]

The meat and potato pie with the carrots and peas like qyou mentioned is called a beef pot pie in the US.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

No it isn't, You're talking to the Master Pie Maker, Pot Pies do not have a pastry base, only a lid.

[@BradRae188]

@@MrPaulsPantry You tell ‘em Mr Paul!! How dare they question the Master Pie Maker 🙈😂

[@railwaychristina3192]

Love these pies, but when I don't have the time, am a huge fan of Hollands

[@geminil2415]

It seems your favourites are my favourites. I love pies, Nothing makes me happier than pie for dinner, so I'll be donning the pinny and getting started.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Gemini, Pies are my absolute favourite, I think it's because as a child travelling with my parents and all cooking done on the fire out in the open we never had pies (no oven). I've made for it since though.

[@yvonnealicephilips2438]

hi mr paul, how many pies can you make with that pot of beef ?

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Depends on the size of your pie tins

[@lindabiggs3905]

Yeah,,,, that'll do 😋

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks Linda

[@carolpullen]

Any specific cut of meat?? Sorry. Total beginner and I want to try this.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Carol, mentioning is difficult when I don0t know where people are in the world. I use cuts like Chuck Steak, Braising steak, etc.

[@mrssweeneyx7634]

Can I add normal mustard as I don’t have powder?

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Yes

[@zatoonh]

What pastry did you use

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Check at the two minute mark on my video and recipe link is under the video, click 'Show More'

[@nataliebembridge2990]

🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@jobartlett7987]

Ps any chance of you making a chicken & leek pie please? I’ll love you forever 😍😁

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks Jo, yes it is on my list.

[@davesmith4413]

very nice Guv but should be white onions according to the mess manager im sat in the box so dont know

[@susannuttall5611]

your pies are lovely

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you Susan

[@zibam6687]

🙏🙏💞💖

[@janjordal9451]

Hello Paul Nice that you're keeping it simple. I have sent you an email. Have a look

[@MrPaulsPantry]

I will check it out. Thanks for watching.

[@supernova046]

what does egg wash mean ?

[@MrPaulsPantry]

It's beaten egg brushed onto a pastry top a pie etc. to give it a nice golden finish during baking.

[@supernova046]

@@MrPaulsPantry thank you so much.lovely guy great chanel.

[@peterharrison9937]

love your meat pies hope you are still well from peter and tina scarborough uk

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Peter & Tina, Yes I'm not too bad thanks, still have a few problems hanging over from my accident but on the whole I can't complain.

[@davidgleeson9225]

I'll have 2 and some chips and gravy Pleeeeeeze

[@cfuller926]

I wuz thinkin "Hand Pies"...

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi C Fuller, once you have the filling recipe you can make the pies any size you like. Last week I made some small Steak & Guinness, I froze 5 of them uncooked and had one for my meal.

[@WanderFeetChronicles]

Awesome amount of followers mate, I’m made up for you, hope you get some income from all these videos!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi there Scouse Trooper, as long as my dogs and I can eat I'm happy. It's nice to do something I like without having to leave the house at 4.30am every morning. At least with the videos, I can take a break when I feel like it. Nice to hear from you again.

[@WanderFeetChronicles]

@@MrPaulsPantry Oh yes, this is on your time, with as many breaks as you’d like! Win win! Hope the weather is cooling down now this time of year. Mid 20s?

[@davehendry8056]

another one i will try great videos

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Please do Dave, I hope you enjoy it. Many thanks for watching.

[@charlenegoddard7390]

What’s to do with it??!! I would devour it lol

[@Giddyk2024]

Hales,pies.garston.l.pool.bestever.