Absolutely. The ragu freezes very well for up to 3 months in airtight containers. You can also assemble the pie and freeze it before baking—just defrost in the fridge overnight and bake as normal until the pastry is golden and heated through.
Perfect for a rainy Sunday, this is a super simple slow cooker recipe for you, that can be used on repeat during the week for a variety of quick and easy dinners. I’ve made mine into a beef pie, and have a tagliatelle dish on the menu for mid-week too, but this will give you 12 generous single portions for any other recipe you wish to create!
RAGU How-to
PIE How-to
Beef Shin Ragu:
Beef Shin:
This pie pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes or buttery new potatoes to soak up the rich ragu gravy. Serve alongside seasonal greens such as steamed broccoli, green beans or peas for a fresh contrast to the hearty filling.
Yes, the ragu is perfect for making in advance. In fact, the flavours often deepen if it’s left overnight in the fridge. Simply reheat gently on the hob before assembling the pie, or use it straight from chilled if baking the pie straight away.
Absolutely. The ragu freezes very well for up to 3 months in airtight containers. You can also assemble the pie and freeze it before baking—just defrost in the fridge overnight and bake as normal until the pastry is golden and heated through.
