Beef Vegetable Pasties I How To make Pasties

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey is lower in fat and calories.

shortcrust pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: store-bought pastry

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Roll out the shortcrust pastry on a floured surface until thin.

Cut out circles of pastry using a large plate as a guide.

Mix the beef mince in a bowl.

Season the filling with salt and pepper to taste.

Place a portion of the filling onto one half of each pastry circle.

Dot the filling with a small amount of butter.

Fold the pastry over the filling to create a semi-circle.

Press the edges together to seal, crimping with fingers or a fork.

Place the pasties on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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