PandA Pasties

Directions

1. 1
   Pre heat oven to 200c (400f) .
2. 2
   If using cooked potatoes cut into 1/2 in cubes, if raw potatoes cook for 15 minutes, allow to cool , then dice.
3. 3
   Cut pork into 1/2 inch cubes, place in mixing bowl,
4. 4
   Cut apple into 1/4 inch dice, add to pork, add potatoes, and sufficient gravy to bind, not too much, mixture should be fairly tight.
5. 5
   Stir through.
6. 6
   Chop stuffing add to bowl and gently stir
7. 7
   Roll out pastry, cut into 6 to 8 inch circles.
8. 8
   You should get 6 to 8 depending on size.
9. 9
   Place meat mixture into centre of each circle, leave 1/2 inch border all round.
10. 10
    Brush border with beaten egg, bring pastry up around filling and crimp using fingers or a knife.
11. 11
    Ensure they are well sealed, as you can see in the photo two blew open whilst cooking !
12. 12
    Brush with beaten egg, allow to rest for 5 minutes and repeat..
13. 13
    Place on greased baking sheets, about 1 inch apart.
14. 14
    Place in oven for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
15. 15
    Serve with vegetables of choice.
16. 16
    We have chips (fries) and baked beans
17. 17
    I originally made the filling using only leftovers from Sunday dinner but now use fresh ingredients.
18. 18
    I meant to add apple butter to the mix, but age took over and I forgot !!
19. 19
    You can add peas, sweetcorn or carrots to the mix if you like.
20. 20
    You can just fold the circles in half and crimp with a fork, at step 7.