Making meat pies is a delicious and satisfying endeavor. Here's a simple step-by-step recipe for homemade meat pies:
Meat Pie Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold water
For the Filling:
1 lb ground beef or minced meat of your choice
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking oil for sautéing
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water, a few tablespoons at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Prepare the Filling:
In a skillet, heat a bit of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
Add the ground beef or minced meat, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned.
Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook for a few more minutes until they are heated through.
Sprinkle the flour over the meat mixture and stir well to combine.
4. Add Broth and Seasoning:
Gradually pour in the beef or vegetable broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens into a savory filling. Remove from heat and let it cool.
5. Roll Out the Dough:
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
6. Cut and Fill:
Using a round cutter or a glass, cut circles from the rolled-out dough. Place a spoonful of the cooled meat mixture onto one half of each circle.
7. Seal and Crimp:
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal and use a fork to crimp the edges.
8. Bake:
Place the assembled meat pies on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Cool and Serve:
Allow the meat pies to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade meat pies warm!
Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite herbs and spices. These meat pies are perfect for a snack, lunch, or as part of a meal.
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