Traditional Cornish Pastie

Directions

1. 1
   Add the potato, onion, rutabega, meat and spices together and mix well.
2. 2
   Lay out one of the pie crusts and put half the ingredients on half of the pie crust leaving about 1 inch along the edge for sealing.
3. 3
   Lightly dampen along the edges of the pie crust with your fingertips.
4. 4
   Lay the other half of the pie crust over the top of the filling and press the top and bottom edges together well.
5. 5
   Fold the sealed edge toward the center and either crimp with your fingers or press along the entire folded edge with the tines of a fork.
6. 6
   Bake 425 degrees F. for 15 minutes then lower temperature to 350 degrees F for an additional 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Serve hot with brown or white gravy or serve cold without.