Step 1
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over a medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the bacon and onion, cook until the bacon is starting to caramelize.
Step 3
Add the mince, break it up with a spoon & let brown in saucepan. Don't stir too much at this stage, as it allows the meat to brown and retain the juices.
Step 4
Add the garlic, beef stock, sauces and seasonings. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 5
Blend flour with extra water, add to mince, bring to the boil as it thickens and simmer for 5 minutes. Allow mince to cool.
Step 6
Line your pie dishes with pastry.
Step 7
Spoon in the cooled mince mixture and add a spoon of grated cheese. Top with pastry, pressing down to seal the edges.
Step 8
Glaze with egg wash then cook in about 190deg oven for 35-40mins until the pastry is golden. Uou can also use a wood stove if you have one. Keeping an even temperature requires some practice and vigilance but the results are truly amazing.
Mushy Peas:
Step 1
Bring to boil and simmer for 35mins or until soft.
Step 2
Add salt to taste after peas are cooked.
*Bi-Carb keeps the peas green and helps them cook quicker.
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