Spicy Jalapeno and Cheese Beef Pie: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food

Instructions

• Chop 2 jalapenos into small pieces, according to your taste, then finely dice. Prepare 1 cup of shredded cheddar (or any other cheese you like).
• Add chili powder (1 tablespoon), cumin (1 teaspoon) and half teaspoon smoked paprika (1 teaspoon), as well as one tablespoon olive oil (1 tablespoon) for seasoning the pie crust and pour in one cup of beef broth as desired for baking time
• Prepare the Pie Crust
  If time and preparation don’t allow for you to make your own pie crust, pre-made options can be used instead. Simply roll out and place in an 8″ pie dish; making sure it covers both the bottom and sides before pre-heating to 375degF before pre-baking!
• Cooking Beef Filing
  In a medium-sized skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil before adding an onion and sauteeing for 2-3 minutes or until translucent. After this step is completed, garlic and jalapenos can be added and simmered for one more minute, depending on your preferred spice level.
• Add cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until fully cooked and browned – approximately 6-8 minutes.
• Add 1/2 cup of beef broth to your mixture and reduce it until its liquid has subsided, for an optional step that adds moisture and flavour. This step may add extra flavour – don’t skip this one if moisture is key!
• Add Cheese
  Once the beef mixture has been prepared and heated through, take it off of the heat and add 14 of 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese to add creamy texture and enhance spicy flavors. It should melt quickly to add creamy goodness into your beef dish!
• Assemble Your Pie
  Fill one pie crust with the beef-and-cheese mixture. Decorate it to your heart’s content by adding extra cheese or jalapenos for decoration, before covering with another pie crust and crimping its edges.
• Bake the Pie
  Brush the top crust with egg wash to make it shiny and golden-brown, cutting small holes in it so steam can escape while baking, then bake for 25-30 mins or until it turns golden brown.
• Cool and Serve
  Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes so the filling can set and become easier to cut. Add additional flavors by serving your Spicy Jalapeno & Cheese Beef Pie alongside salad, salsa or guacamole as sides.