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Yorkshire Pudding Cottage Pies

Savory Yorkshire Pudding Cottage Pies for Cozy Nights

Enjoy the comforting and delicious Yorkshire Pudding Cottage Pies, combining savory beef and fluffy pudding, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 pies
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: British
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground beef can substitute with ground turkey or lentils
  • 1 medium onion, chopped can use shallots for milder flavor
  • 1 cup diced carrots can replace with frozen peas
  • 1 cup diced celery can swap with bell peppers
  • 2 cloves minced garlic can use garlic powder if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce soy sauce is a suitable alternative
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste can use tomato sauce for lighter consistency
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme oregano or rosemary can be used
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper white pepper can be used for milder flavor
  • 1 cup beef broth vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option
For the Yorkshire Pudding Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup milk substitute with almond or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 3 large eggs egg substitutes work for vegan option
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter olive oil can be used for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 12-cup muffin tin

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Mix in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in beef broth and simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat.
  5. Whisk together flour, milk, eggs, and salt in a mixing bowl, and let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Melt butter in a muffin tin in the oven until bubbling.
  8. Pour batter into muffin cups halfway, then add meat filling on top.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool for a minute and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize fillings with different meats or veggies to your preference.

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