Chicken Pasties

Directions

1. 1
   Combine chicken, potatoes, onion, carrots, 1/4 cup water, salt, and pepper.
2. 2
   Divide pastry into eight equal portions; roll out each portion into a 6 1/2 inch circle.
3. 3
   Spoon 1/2 cup meat mixture on the center of each circle.
4. 4
   Beat together egg and water; brush edges of circles with beaten egg, making a 3/4 inch border.
5. 5
   Gently lift sides of circle to meet top.
6. 6
   Using fingers, firmly press edges together; flute edges.
7. 7
   Combine 3 cups flour and salt in a bowl; cut in shortening with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
8. 8
   Sprinkle cold water (1 tablespoon at a time) evenly over surface; stir with a fork until all dry ingredients are moistened.
9. 9
   Place pies on ungreased baking sheets; bake at 350F (180C).
10. 10
    for 1 hour or until lightly browned.