Beefsteak Pie Recipe ingredients

To prepare this Beefsteak Pie Recipe, first rump-steak is good for this purpose. 2 pounds will be sufficient for a half a dozen people. Cut the steak into long, narrow strips; lay a strip of fat on each, dust with salt and pepper, add a very little shredded onion or shallot, and just a suspicion of mace. Dredge lightly with flour, and roll each strip. Lay these in the bottom of a baking-dish having the edge lined with paste; pour in sufficient water to cover the meat, add a little more seasoning and a dredging of flour. A few chopped mushrooms or oysters will add greatly to the flavor of the pie. Cover with a crust rolled a little more than a half-inch thick, slash the top to allow the escape of steam, put bits of butter on the top, and bake in a moderate oven for two hours.