Cornish Pasties

14 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound beef sirloin tip steak, diced
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (3 cups)
  • 3 green onions with tops, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Dash nutmeg
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • Pinch baking powder
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2/3 cup cold water
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large bowl, combine the beef, potatoes, onions and seasonings; set aside. For pastry, in a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder. Cut in shortening and butter. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball.
  2. 2
    Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide dough into 12 pieces; roll each into 6-in. circles. Moisten edges with water. Place about 1/2 cup filling on half of each circle. Fold other half over the filling; press edges together with a fork to seal.
  3. 3
    Cut several slits in each pastry. Place on a
  4. 4
    . Combine egg and cream; brush over pastry tops. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350° and bake 40-45 minutes longer or until golden brown.

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