Pie Mash and Liquor Homemade London Recipe by Flawless Food from flawlessfood.co.uk
Introduction
Pie and mash liquor is a traditional dish from London that has been around since the 19th century. It is a dish that consists of meat pie, mashed potatoes, and a green sauce called liquor. The liquor is a mixture of parsley, vinegar, water, and seasonings that gives the dish its unique flavor. In this article, we will be sharing a recipe for making pie and mash liquor from scratch.
Ingredients
For the pie and mash, you will need:
1 pound of potatoes
1/2 cup of milk
2 tablespoons of butter
1 pound of ground beef
1 onion
1 tablespoon of beef bouillon
1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
4 individual pie crusts
For the liquor, you will need:
1/2 cup of fresh parsley
1/4 cup of white vinegar
2 cups of water
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparing the potatoes
1. Peel and chop the potatoes into small pieces. 2. Place them in a pot and cover them with water. 3. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are tender. 4. Drain the water and mash the potatoes with a potato masher. 5. Add the milk and butter to the mashed potatoes and mix until smooth. 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Preparing the beef filling
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. 2. In a pan, cook the ground beef until it is browned. 3. Add the chopped onion, beef bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. 4. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the onions are soft. 5. Place the individual pie crusts on a baking sheet. 6. Spoon the beef filling into each pie crust, filling them about 3/4 full. 7. Cover each pie with a layer of mashed potatoes, spreading it evenly. 8. Place the pies in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.
Preparing the liquor
1. In a blender, blend the fresh parsley, white vinegar, and water until smooth. 2. Pour the mixture into a pot and bring it to a boil. 3. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little bit of water until it forms a paste. 4. Add the cornstarch paste to the boiling mixture and whisk until it thickens. 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
The nutrition information for this recipe will depend on the specific ingredients used. However, here is the approximate nutrition information for one serving of pie and mash liquor:
Calories: 500
Protein: 25 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fat: 20 g
Fiber: 5 g
Conclusion
Pie and mash liquor is a classic British dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. This recipe for pie and mash liquor includes a homemade liquor sauce that adds a unique flavor to the dish. Whether you are British or not, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
