Chicken Pasties

Directions

1. 1
   To make the dough, sift the flour into a bowl, then rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine bread crumbs.
2. 2
   Beat the eggs and 3 tbsp of cold water together.
3. 3
   Set aside 1 tbsp of the mixture for glazing, and pour the rest over the dry ingredients, and mix to a dough.
4. 4
   Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, mix the cream cheese, scallions, and parsley in a bowl, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Stir in the chicken, potato, and sweet potato.
7. 7
   Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
8. 8
   Divide the dough into 4 pieces.
9. 9
   Roll out each piece on a lightly floured surface.
10. 10
    Using a small plate as a guide, cut into an 8in (20cm) round about 1/8 in (3mm) thick.
11. 11
    Spoon a quarter of the filling into the center of each round.
12. 12
    Brush the edges with water and bring together to seal, then crimp.
13. 13
    Transfer the pasties to a baking sheet.
14. 14
    Brush with the reserved egg mixture.
15. 15
    Make a slit in the tops and bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350F (180C) and cook for 2530 minutes, or until a thin knife comes out clean when inserted into the center.
16. 16
    Remove from the oven and serve the pasties hot or cold.