Haggis Pie

Prep time: 30-40 mins

Cooking time: 30 mins

Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 pack of Simon Howie traditional haggis.
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 240ml beef or vegetable broth
• 120ml of your favourite thick cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)

For the mashed potato topping:

• 900g potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 120ml milk
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Grated cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Method

1. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they soften.
2. Add the diced carrots to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, or until they too start to soften.
3. Add the haggis to the pan and break it up with a spatula as it cooks. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the haggis is heated through and slightly browned.
4. Sprinkle the flour over the haggis mixture and stir well to combine. This will help thicken the filling.
5. Slowly pour in the beef or vegetable broth while stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
6. Stir in the cream and thyme leaves. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the filling is thick and creamy. Remove from heat and set aside.

Mashed Potato Topping:

1. Place the diced potatoes in a large pot of cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
2. Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them using a potato masher or a hand mixer.
3. Add the butter and milk to the mashed potatoes. Continue mashing and mixing until the potatoes are creamy and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assemble and Bake!

1. Preheat your oven to 190°C.
2. Transfer the haggis filling to a deep pie or casserole dish.
3. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top of the haggis filling, spreading them evenly to cover the entire surface. You can use a fork to create a decorative pattern on the mashed potato topping if you are feeling creative!
4. If desired, sprinkle grated cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes for an extra layer of flavour.
5. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet (to catch any potential spills) and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the mashed potato topping is looking deliciously golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
6. Remove the Haggis Pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
7. Serve and enjoy this Scottish classic!