Crofters Pie

Ingredients: 

(Serves 30) 

• 2kg steak mince 
• 2kg MacSween haggis  
• 300g grated carrots 
• 1 large onion, finely chopped 
• 500g leeks, chopped into half moons  
• 1 stick celery, finely chopped 
• 12 tbsp olive oil 
• 600ml beef stock 
• 50ml red wine 
• 1 litre gravy  
• Salt 
• Black pepper 
• 3 bay leaves 
• Puff pastry (for topping) 

Directions:  

1. Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over a medium heat.  Add the olive oil.  Once heated, add the carrots, onion, leeks, and celery. 
2. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 to 7 minutes. 
3. Add the steak mince to the pan with the vegetables. 
4. Cook until the mince is browned all over. 
5. Add the bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. 
6. After a few minutes, pour in the red wine and stir well. 
7. Add the haggis and break it up. 
8. Pour in the beef stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. 
9. Cook for about 20 minutes. 
10. Add the gravy and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes. 
11. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. 

Assemble the Pie:  

1. Transfer the mixture to a pie dish. 
2. Top with puff pastry, ensuring it covers the filling completely. 

Bake: 

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C. 
2. Bake the pie for about 8 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crisp.