Steak & Ale Pie 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks 1/2 cup bacon or pancetta, chopped 2 onions, sliced 8 ozs mushrooms, sliced 3 cloves garlic, sliced 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 1/2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 Tbsp whole grain mustard 2 cups red or sweet brown ale 2-3 cups beef stock 2 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped 2 bay leaves 2 tsp cornstarch 2 tsp water 1 egg, beaten Salt & Pepper Hot Water Pie Crust 1 cup lard or butter (or combination) 1 teaspoon salt 4 ½ cups boil