Brown Butter Deep Dish Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Brown Butter Deep Dish Pie is a savoury pie filled with onion, carrot, zucchini and tomato, topped with a buttery pastry crust enriched with brown butter. The dish takes 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook, making it suitable for a weeknight dinner or casual entertaining. With its generous vegetable filling and flavourful brown butter pastry, this pie offers a satisfying and straightforward meal for those seeking comfort food made from simple ingredients.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 300 gflour
- 200 gcold butter
- 150 mlice water
- 120 gbutter for browned bits
- 1 kgonion
- 2 kgcarrot
- 1 kgzucchini
- 2 kgtomato
- 1 gparsley(chopped)
- 10 gsalt(fine)
- 5 gblack pepper(freshly ground)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a large bowl, combine flour, cold butter, and ice water. Use a fork to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Wrap the mixture in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
Tip: Make sure the butter is cold, or the crust won't turn out flaky.
- 2
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 3 mm. Transfer the dough to a 20 cm deep dish pie plate. Trim the edges and press the dough into the corners.
Tip: Don't overwork the dough, or it will become tough.
- 3
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma.
Tip: This step is crucial, as the browned butter will give the pie its flavor.
- 4
Add the diced onion, carrot, and zucchini to the skillet with the browned butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
Tip: Don't overcook the vegetables, or they will become mushy.
- 5
Stir in the diced tomato, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- 6
Pour the brown butter and vegetable mixture into the pie crust.
Tip: Make sure to spread the mixture evenly, leaving a 1 cm border around the edges.
- 7
Roll out the remaining dough to a thickness of 3 mm. Use a pastry cutter or a knife to create a decorative border. Place the border on top of the filling and press the edges to seal.
Tip: Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- 8
Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
Tip: This will help the pie cook evenly and prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- 9
Bake the pie for 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during the first 20 minutes of baking, or the pie will lose its temperature and the crust won't set properly.
- 10
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Tip: The pie will continue to cook a bit after it's removed from the oven, so let it cool slightly before serving.
Recipe Variations
Get AI-powered ingredient substitution suggestions.
You Might Also Like
Crispy seabass with preserved lemon yogurt
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners because it comes together in just ten minutes flat. Crispy seabass with preserved lemon yogurt is that perfect balance of impressive and effortless, with tangy Greek yogurt and zingy preserved lemon creating a sauce that feels restaurant quality but tastes like home. The seabass gets beautifully golden and flaky while the freekeh provides substantial whole grains packed with fiber and protein. It's the kind of meal that makes you feel like you're treating yourself without any fuss.
Beergarita
My go to drink for summer gatherings is this refreshing Beergarita, and let me tell you, it's a total crowd pleaser. The combination of tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and a cold Corona creates something that tastes way more complicated than it actually is. Lime juice is packed with vitamin C, which is great for your immune system, and the whole thing takes just five minutes to throw together. Best part? It's incredibly budget friendly since you're probably already stocking most of these ingredients anyway.
Yuzu Collins
Have you tried a Yuzu Collins? This is my go to drink when I want something refreshing that comes together in just five minutes. The yuzu juice adds this beautiful citrus brightness that feels fancy but honestly couldn't be easier to make. I love that yuzu is packed with vitamin C, so you're basically getting a little immune boost while you enjoy your cocktail. It's the kind of drink that impresses friends without requiring any special bartending skills, perfect for a casual evening at home.
Reviews
Sign in to write a review.