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Savory Hand Pies

Savory hand pies are delectable pastry pockets filled with a rich mixture of ground meat, cheese, and spices, all enveloped in a flaky crust. Perfect for any occasion, these hand pies provide a warm and comforting bite that will impress your guests or satisfy your cravings. Easy to make and customize, they serve as great appetizers, snacks, or main dishes.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or feta cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add ground meat and cook until browned; season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
  4. 4. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into squares or circles.
  5. 5. Place filling on one half of each pastry piece; fold over and crimp edges to seal.
  6. 6. Brush with beaten egg and bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Author: Laura Lopez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hand pie (100g)
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: - Customize your filling by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. - For added flavor, incorporate herbs such as thyme or oregano into the mixture. - Leftover hand pies can be refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for longer storage.