Braised Beef Biscuit Pie (Printer-Friendly Version)
Tender slow-braised beef combined with flaky, buttery biscuits baked to golden perfection.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Beef and Seasoning
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2.2 pounds blade or chuck beef roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Aromatics and Flavorings
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2 large yellow onions, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 cups low-sodium beef stock
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2 bay leaves
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2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
→ Biscuit Topping
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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1 cup cold buttermilk
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Trim excess fat from beef and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour until evenly coated. Heat vegetable oil in batches over medium-high heat and sear beef cubes, turning to brown all sides. Avoid overcrowding to ensure proper browning.
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Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, stirring frequently, and cook for 10 minutes until onions are soft and translucent without color.
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Transfer seared beef, onions, and garlic to a large Dutch oven or roasting pan. Add beef stock, dried thyme, ground nutmeg, bay leaves, orange juice, and additional salt and pepper if desired. Stir to combine, cover tightly with foil and lid, and braise in a 300°F oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until beef is tender.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Incorporate the cold, cubed butter with fingertips or a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in cold buttermilk and stir gently until just combined. Pat dough to approximately 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds.
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Remove braised beef from oven once fork-tender. Arrange biscuit dough rounds evenly over the filling. Increase oven temperature to 375°F and bake uncovered for 20 minutes until biscuits are golden and cooked through.
# Helpful Hints:
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For flakier biscuits, ensure butter and buttermilk are very cold before mixing.
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Taste braising liquid before topping with biscuits; adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Leftover dishes improve in flavor after resting overnight.