01/06/2024
Savory Beef and Vegetable Pasties
Ingredients:
For the Pastry:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 cup ice water
For the Filling:
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large potato, peeled and diced into small cubes
1 large carrot, peeled and diced into small cubes
1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
Prepare the Pastry:
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced potato, carrot, peas, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assemble the Pasties:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Use a round cutter or a bowl to cut out 6-8 inch circles from the dough.
Place a heaping spoonful of the beef and vegetable filling in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Place the pasties on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the Pasties:
Brush the tops of the pasties with the beaten egg.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pasties are golden brown.
Remove the pasties from the oven