Beef Pasty

"Beef Pasty are traditional meat hand pies from the Cornish area of England. They are truly a delicacy of flakey pastry, potatoes and savory meat filing. Perfect to make ahead. Have a grab and go hearty meal. Looking for more beef recipes? Try my Slow Cooker Italian Beef or my Beef and Bean Chili. This traditional cornish pasty recipe is a take on one that I saw on the Great British Bakeoff. I find that show truly addicting, just like these pasties. Originally created for miners to take for their lunches, the history is long and varied. The recipe takes time but can be made in quantities and frozen for use anytime you need a quick meal. All found in the pantry and all family favorites. It can be made with any ingredients that you have on hand.The traditional way to make the crust for a Cornish pasty is to use a combination of butter and lard. Lard helps create a flaky, tender crust, which is a hallmark of a good pasty. However, many modern recipes use all butter or even vegan alternatives like shortening. The recipe can be easily adapted or customized to suit different tastes. It’s great for making ahead and freezing for later. It has a comforting, homey feel that makes you want to return to it."

Preparation Time20 min

Chilling Time30 min

Cooking Time1 hr