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461 Calories | 44g Protein | 7g Fiber

1 hour & 35 minutes | 4 servings

Thanksgiving is only a couple weeks away and most of us are already stressing about dinner and travel plans, so you need a meal that delivers both satisfaction and nourishment without a lot of fuss. The kind of recipe that brings you back to what matters most: delicious, wholesome food that makes you feel good from the inside out regardless of the chaos life throws at us.

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Comfort in a Bowl: Saucy Crustless Beef Pot Pie

During menopause, our nutritional needs shift, and this recipe delivers on several key fronts. With 44 grams of protein per serving, it provides substantial protein to support your changing body. The combination of tender stewing beef, colorful vegetables, and hearty potatoes creates a meal that's both filling and nutrient-dense, with 7 grams of fiber per serving to support digestive wellness.

What makes this pot pie particularly appealing is its straightforward approach to ingredients. There's no mysterious processed foods here, just real beef, fresh vegetables, aromatic thyme, and a savory broth that comes together into something truly special. You know exactly what you're putting into your body.

The Beauty of Crustless

Let's talk about the "crustless" part. By skipping the traditional pastry crust, this recipe becomes an oven-to-table wonder that's simpler to prepare and lets the rich, hearty filling take center stage. You're not missing out on anything, instead, you get more of what makes pot pie irresistible: that deeply flavored, saucy filling loaded with tender beef and vegetables.

The texture is pure comfort. Cubed stewing beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender after its time in the oven. Carrots and potatoes soften beautifully, soaking up the savory broth infused with fresh thyme. A pop of bright green peas added at the end brings color and freshness to every bowl. And the sauce is thickened with arrowroot powder and enriched with tomato paste, creating a velvety coating that ties everything together.

A Meal That Fits Your Life

One of the most practical aspects of this recipe is how well it fits into real life. With just 1 hour and 35 minutes from start to finish, it's perfect for a weekend meal when you have a little more time. The recipe serves four, with each serving providing approximately 1½ cups of hearty goodness. That's a substantial portion that actually satisfies.

Better yet, it stores beautifully. Refrigerate it for up to three days or freeze it for up to three months. That means you can make it once and enjoy it multiple times, which is exactly the kind of efficiency we all need, especially as the holidays approach and there doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day.

Simple Ingredients, Big Flavor

The ingredient list reads like a greatest hits of comforting, wholesome foods: stewing beef, yellow onion, carrots, potatoes, and frozen peas. The seasonings are straightforward (salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme) allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine. A splash of olive oil for browning, beef broth for body, tomato paste for depth, and arrowroot powder for that perfect saucy consistency round out the lineup.

Customize it with a splash of Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, or a pinch of smoked paprika for extra flavor dimension. Serve it alongside cornbread, crusty bread, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

The Cooking Process is Easier Than You Think

Despite its impressive flavor, this pot pie doesn't require advanced cooking skills. You'll brown the beef, sauté the onions, create the sauce base, and then let the oven do most of the work. That covered oven time allows all the flavors to meld while the meat becomes incredibly tender. A final five minutes uncovered with the peas added brings everything together.

Why This Matters During Menopause

Menopause is a time when eating well becomes even more important. Your body is going through significant changes and giving it quality nutrition in the form of meals you actually want to eat can make a difference in energy levels and that dreaded after dinner bloat.

It's the kind of meal that nourishes without feeling restrictive, satisfies without feeling heavy, and comforts without any guilt or second-guessing. Sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is make a big pot of something delicious and enjoy every bite.

The Bottom Line

This Saucy Crustless Beef Pot Pie is comfort food that also happens to provide solid nutrition. It's proof that meals can be both satisfying and supportive of your body's needs without compromise. Whether you're cooking for yourself, your family, or batch-cooking for the week ahead, this recipe delivers on flavor, ease, and that cozy satisfaction we all crave from a good pot pie.

Give it a try on a weekend when you want something special but don't want to fuss. Your future self (and possibly your freezer) will thank you.