Cornish Pasties

Directions

1. 1
   Make pastry from lard, flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and cold water, being careful not to make mixture too moist.
2. 2
   It should hold together well enough to leave the sides of the bowl as mixed. Divide into four sections.
3. 3
   Roll each out as for pie, 1/4-inch thick, keeping as round as possible.
4. 4
   Place on one-half of circle, a layer of thinly sliced potatoes and onions.
5. 5
   Cover with beef, cut into medium sized pieces.
6. 6
   Top with butter, salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7
   Fold unfilled half of crust over filling and seal by pinching with fingers or pressing with tines of forks to make a half moon.
8. 8
   Cut a small hole in the center of each.
9. 9
   Bake about 30 minutes in a quick oven, approximately 400°.