Cornish Pasties

Cornish Pasties
  • Author: bakingchef15

Nested within a buttery, crisp short crust lies a hearty filling of tender braising steak, diced potatoes, and onions, seasoned to perfection. As the pastry bakes, the savory aromas of the filling meld together, creating a comforting dish that's sure to warm your soul.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 6oz sort crust pastry
  • FILLING:
  • 4oz braising steak, finely chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2tsp salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • milk or egg to glaze.

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 220c,425f Gas mark 7.
  • Divide the pastry into 4, roll out each piece about 0.5cm thick keeping a round shape. Trim if necessary.
  • Mix meat with potato and onion, season well.
  • Divide the filling between the rounds of pastry, dampen the edges and draw up the sides so that they meet in the middle.
  • Firmly press edges together, flute with the fingers and brush with beaten egg or milk.
  • Bake for 10 min then reduce heat to 180c, 350f Gas mark 4, and cook for a further 40 min.

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Yield

Makes 4 pasties