Cornish Beef Pasties 🥟
Recipe Information:
- Name: Cornish Beef Pasties
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Category: Savory Pies
- Keywords: One Dish Meal, Vegetable, Meat, European, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Description:
This delightful Cornish Beef Pasty recipe is a gem adapted from the beloved cookbook, The Creative Cooking Course by C. Turgeon. 📖 Perfect for a cozy dinner or a grab-and-go lunch, these pasties are a savory delight that can be enjoyed hot out of the oven or cold the next day. 💫 It’s been a decade since I last made these, and rediscovering the flavors was like finding a culinary treasure. Though it does require a bit of effort, I promise you, it’s absolutely worth it!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 769.3
- Fat: 44.5g
- Saturated Fat: 20.1g
- Cholesterol: 116.3mg
- Sodium: 1848.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 67.7g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 23.5g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | self-rising flour |
| 1/2 cup | butter |
| 1/2 cup | vegetable shortening |
| 1 cup | fresh parmesan cheese, grated |
| 1 tsp | salt |
| 1/4 tsp | pepper |
| 1 cup | water |
| 1 | potato, diced |
| 1/2 lb | ground beef |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | egg, beaten |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- Sift the self-rising flour into a mound on a clean working surface.
- Shape the flour into a large ring, creating a high wall.
- In the center of the ring, place the butter, vegetable shortening, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Add half of the water and work it into the central mixture with two table knives using cutting motions.
- Carefully incorporate the flour from the center of the ring, adding more water as needed.
- Mix until all the flour is added and the dough comes together.
- Gather the dough into a ball and place it in a large plastic baggie or a bowl covered with a towel.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least one hour before using.
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Prepare the Filling:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- Cut six 6-inch circles from the pastry, lightly marking the center of each.
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Cook the Potatoes:
- In a pot of boiling, salted water, cook the diced potatoes until they are crisp-tender.
- Drain the potatoes well.
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Assemble the Pasties:
- On half of each pastry circle, spread 1/6 of the cooked potatoes, leaving about 1/2 inch at the edge to seal.
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spread 1/6 of the meat mixture evenly over the potatoes on each pastry circle.
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Form the Pasties:
- Moisten the edge of each pastry circle with cold water.
- Fold the unfilled pastry half over the filled side, creating a half-moon shape.
- Pinch the edges together firmly to seal the pasties.
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Bake the Pasties:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Place the sealed pasties on a greased baking sheet, sealed side up.
- Brush the tops of the pasties with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees Celsius).
- Continue baking for about 25 minutes longer, or until the pasties are golden brown and deliciously fragrant.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Allow the Cornish Beef Pasties to cool slightly before serving.
- These pasties are perfect for a cozy dinner alongside a fresh salad or as a hearty lunch on the go.
- Enjoy the delicious flavors, whether served hot out of the oven or chilled the next day!
These Cornish Beef Pasties are a true delight, filled with savory goodness and wrapped in a flaky, golden crust. 🥟✨ Whether you’re a fan of classic European flavors or simply looking for a comforting weeknight meal, these pasties are sure to become a favorite in your home. So, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a culinary adventure with this delicious recipe! 🌟
