Name: Short Rib Pot Pie
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening or beef lard; 3 pound boneless beef short ribs, cut into 2" pieces; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 10-ounce package frozen pearl onions, thawed; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups dry red wine; 2 sprigs rosemary; 6 sprigs thyme, plus 2 tablespoons chopped thyme; Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon); Heavy cream (for brushing)

Image may contain Food Dessert Cake Pie and Apple Pie

Photo by Gentl & Hyers

Shortening is the secret to extra-flaky pie crust, but nothing compares to the flavor of butter. Use both, as in this super-luxe beef pie, and you're golden.

Recipe notes

See Related Recipes and Cooking Tips

Our 20 Best Short Rib Recipes
There's no more flavorful or beefy cut than the succulent, sensational short rib.
What to Cook for the Game of Thrones Premiere
It's time to get medieval on your kitchen.
Hearty, Slow-Cooked Recipes to Warm You Up
It's pretty horrible out there. Stay indoors and cook something from this collection that takes all day long to make and will warm more than just your house.

Berberger Pasta

This comforting cheeseburger-inspired pasta from Kiano Moju is bolstered by berbere spice.

Charred Vegetable Ragù

This sauce is slightly magical. The texture cloaks pasta much like a traditional meat sauce does, and the flavors are deep and rich, but it’s actually vegan!

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.

Jammy Grape Galette

We don’t bake with grapes as often as we should. But even the most average supermarket varieties come alive when roasted with a bit of sugar and seasoning.

Beef Stroganoff Ramen

This traditional dish of beef, sour cream, and mustard may have originated in Russia, but it’s about time for a version with ramen noodles, don’t you think?

Spice-Grilled Pork Chops

A pinch of sugar in the spice rub ensures picture-perfect grill marks with layers of flavor.

Sour Cherry and Campari Galette

This Campari-spiked galette features the herbal aperitif, tart cherries, and floral citrus zest and is perfect for those who prefer bitter to sweet.

Homemade Corn Dogs

Just like the state fair, minus the crowds.

Recipe notes

Our 20 Best Short Rib Recipes

What to Cook for the Game of Thrones Premiere

Hearty, Slow-Cooked Recipes to Warm You Up