Is this the Ultimate Aussie Pastie?

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often cheaper.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: phyllo dough

💰Cheaper: shortcrust pastry

Phyllo dough is lower in fat, and shortcrust pastry is more economical.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lighter, while bouillon cubes are a cost-effective substitute.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, and margarine is often less expensive.

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface until thin.

Cut pastry into circles large enough to hold filling.

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in ground beef, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add diced carrot and potato; cook for another 5 minutes.

Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; season with salt, pepper, and thyme.

Simmer mixture until thickened, about 10 minutes; stir in parsley.

Spoon filling onto half of each pastry circle, leaving a border.

Fold pastry over to create a pocket; seal edges with a fork.

Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Place pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Let cool slightly before serving.

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