Lamb Mince & Spinach Pie Recipe - British Pie Week 2019
Since 2007, the British Pie Week is taking place every year, during the first week of March and this year, it falls between March 4th - 10th. Being a nation of pie lovers, celebrating the pie week is a brilliant idea for getting the whole family together and getting them involved in cooking, and trying out different pie recipes. Lamb is one of those ingredients that works perfectly in savoury pies, and it isn't just tasty, but it also provides nutritional value to those consuming it. Either you're a fan of savoury pies such as a cottage or shepherd's pie (both pies can include lamb mince as in ingredient), or prefer dessert pies such as an apple, spiced chocolate or a lemon meringue pie, there' s a choice for everyone!
You can either use a crumble or a pasty to create the pie you desire, but some of the most loved pies include cottage and shepherd's pie, but other pie options can also include lamb shank, pea and mint pie or the lamb, rosemary and garlic pie. So get going and create your favourite recipe and enjoy with your loved ones, either family or friends - Happy British Pie Week!
You can either use a crumble or a pasty to create the pie you desire, but some of the most loved pies include cottage and shepherd's pie, but other pie options can also include lamb shank, pea and mint pie or the lamb, rosemary and garlic pie. So get going and create your favourite recipe and enjoy with your loved ones, either family or friends - Happy British Pie Week!
The Major Ingredient - The Lamb!
Since lamb as an ingredient can be used to prepare lots of different recipes, it is commonly used by people from different cultures all over the world. Every family has their own favourite recipes or their take on the way in which they like to create a recipe. Sometimes, these family recipes are passed down from generations and people continue following the same techniques.
Lamb Try it, Love it
The EU funded Lamb Try it, Love it campaign has enabled people to discover the unique flavours of lamb at their convenience. The lamb mince and spinach pie is the perfect British dish for protein-packed midweek meals. Additionally, the European farms produce premium and high quality European lamb using sustainable practices. The contribution made to the local economies by the farmers for producing the best meat for the consumers is praise worthy as there's nothing like fresh and tender lamb, making it an absolutely exciting ingredient to use in the kitchen while cooking.
The EU funded Lamb Try it, Love it campaign has enabled people to discover the unique flavours of lamb at their convenience. The lamb mince and spinach pie is the perfect British dish for protein-packed midweek meals. Additionally, the European farms produce premium and high quality European lamb using sustainable practices. The contribution made to the local economies by the farmers for producing the best meat for the consumers is praise worthy as there's nothing like fresh and tender lamb, making it an absolutely exciting ingredient to use in the kitchen while cooking.
Variety of Cuts of Lamb
Health Benefits of Lamb
Lamb contains essential nutrients and proteins as well as 7 vitamins and minerals including vitamin B12 and niacin that leads to a healthy lifestyle. Once you try it, you're definitely going to love it! For more information on the campaign and for interesting new recipes, check out lamb try it, love it.
INGREDIENTS FOR LAMB MINCE & SPINACH PIE:
(Serves: 3-4)
(Serves: 3-4)
For cooking:
2 tbsp oil
250 grams lamb mince
1/2 tsp salt or as required
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic paste (or 2 cloves)
1/2 tsp chilli paste
1/2 tsp chilli paste
2 tbsp chopped tomatoes
200 grams spinach (fresh or frozen)
1/2 tsp dried mixed herbs
100 grams reduced fat soft cream cheese
1 roll of shortcrust pastry
1 beaten egg
INSTRUCTIONS:
For the filling:
Add the oil in pot and heat it gently.
Add the lamb mince to the pot.
Add salt (1/2 tsp or as required) & half tsp black pepper for seasoning.
Add the garlic and green chilli paste that can be prepared by grinding both together.
Saute the lamb for 5-8 minutes on medium heat, until the mince turns brown from pink.
When the colour of the mince changes, add the spinach and cover the lid to cook for another 10 minutes.
Add 1/2 tsp dried mixed herbs (Store bought bottle contains thyme, basil, oregano & marjoram)
Preheat the oven to 250°C for 15 minutes
Once cooked, set the mixture to cool for 5 minutes and add the cream cheese, and mix well.
For the topping:
You can prepare your pastry at home or use a shop bought shortcrust ready-rolled pastry.
Once the filling is ready, add it to an oven safe dish, and cover it with the pastry.
Brush using a pastry brush. the top of the pastry with the beaten egg.
Reduce the oven heat to 220°C and cook for 20-25 minutes.
Make sure to check once or twice to ensure the pastry isn’t burning because every oven has a different setting (I keep my pie on the bottom tray)
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30-40 minutes
Serves: 3-4 adults
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OK now this sounds absolutely delicious! What a great looking pie, I am all for finding new dinner ideas and this sounds like something I could actually make.
ReplyDeleteNow this sounds like my kind of family meal! We love lamb mince in our house so will have to try this recipe out.
ReplyDeleteLamb mince and spinach is such a good combination, just throw in some cheese and it would be my dream pie x
ReplyDeleteDo you think switching out the cream cheese for a dairy free alternative would work? I hope so as I'd love to make this for myself! xxx
ReplyDeleteLooking at that dish makes me really hungry. That looks really flavorful and delicious! Thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMy friend loves lamb, so I can most deffo see her baking up a storm with this one. I will pass this onto her x
ReplyDeleteOooh National Pie Week! I love the lamb and spinach combo - looks delicious! I bet it would be great if it were chicken curry and spinach pie OR if someone wants it veggie a potato and spinach with pine nut curried pie. (Can you tell I am in to the whole pie thing?)
ReplyDeleteI love lamb but have run out of different recipes for it. This sounds delicious
ReplyDeleteOlve a good pie on a cold evening with . onion gravy and lots of mash!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea we have a national pie week. Will have to plan a meal at the weekend
ReplyDeleteI really want to try making my own pie and this sounds like a great recipe!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to make my own pie for a while! I have the ingredients - but would probably use beef mince!
ReplyDeleteThis looks and sounds amazing! You've actually made my mouth water!
ReplyDeleteI love the look of this recipe. Lamb and spinach go deliciously well together. I might be biased, but I love Welsh lamb!
ReplyDeleteReally nice and easy to follow recipe :) Also photographs of the food look delicious x
ReplyDeleteI love that there is a day or a week for just about anything pie week is awesome. The recipe looks great
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