Deep-Dish Hunter’s Pie

Total Time
Prep: 65 min. Bake: 35 min.

Updated on Oct. 20, 2022

"My husband, an avid hunter, loves the garlic mashed potato topping on this dish," writes Christina Rulien from Marysville, Washington.

Test Kitchen Approved

Deep-Dish Hunter's Pie

Yield: 6 servings
Prep: 1 hour 5 min
Cook: 35 min

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • filling:
    • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
    • 1 cup sliced carrots
    • 1/2 cup chopped onion
    • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 2 cups cubed cooked venison
    • 1-1/2 cups beef broth
    • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 3 tablespoons cold water
    • 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 2 tablespoons minced parsley

Directions

  1. Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender; drain and mash. Add the garlic, milk, butter, rosemary, salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, saute mushrooms, carrots, onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Add the venison, broth, thyme and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender.
  3. Combine the flour and water until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over the top.
  4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.
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