Ale, Mustard and Winter Vegetable Pie Recipe: A Hearty Vegan Dish for Autumn

The Ale, Mustard, and Winter Vegetable Pie is a delightful vegan dish. It is perfect for the colder months of autumn and winter. This pie combines hearty vegetables with a rich ale and mustard sauce. The topping is creamy and smooth, making it a comforting meal for any occasion.

Topping

• 1 potato, chopped
• ½ parsnip, chopped
• ½ small turnip or rutabaga, chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy margarine

Filling

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 carrot, finely diced
• ½ parsnip, diced
• 1 leek, cut into fine rings
• 5 mushrooms, sliced
• ¼–½ cup dried textured vegetable protein (TVP)
• ½ tablespoon Marmite or Vegemite
• 200 ml (¾ cup) boiling water
• 2 heaped tablespoons flour
• 2 heaped tablespoons wholegrain mustard (green peppercorn mustard if available)
• 200 ml (¾ cup) rich, dark ale (such as Porter)
• Black pepper to taste

Topping

1. Add the potato, turnip or rutabaga, and ½ parsnip to a saucepan of boiling water.
2. Bring back to the boil and simmer until the potato is soft (about 20 minutes).
3. Drain the water, add margarine, and mash until creamy smooth. Set aside.

Filling

1. Reconstitute the TVP by mixing it with boiling water and Marmite. Let sit.
2. Add olive oil to a saucepan over medium heat. Add leek, garlic, carrot, and ½ parsnip. Sauté until the carrot is soft.
3. Add mushrooms and cook for another minute or two.
4. Add flour and stir vigorously for about 30 seconds. Add TVP with its soaking broth to thicken.
5. Add mustard, ale, and black pepper. Stir well and simmer for about 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
6. Pour into a casserole dish. Top with the mashed potato mixture and smooth the top.
7. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 to 30 minutes or until the top begins to brown.
8. Remove from oven, let rest for a minute, then serve.

Nutritional Values

This pie is not only delicious but also nutritious. It provides a good balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. The use of seasonal vegetables makes it both healthy and sustainable. Enjoy this comforting dish with family or friends during the colder months!