"Set in the middle of the table, this hearty beef pie will be the center of attention. With lots of chunks of tender beef and tasty vegetables, under a flaky pastry crust, this is pure comfort food to welcome your family home for the holidays. —Peggy Goodrich, Enid, Oklahoma..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 pound sliced bacon, diced
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3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 cup chopped onion
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1-1/2 cups halved fresh baby carrots
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6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup beef broth
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1 refrigerated pie pastry
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1 large egg, lightly beaten, optional