Cornish Miners’ Pasties

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Cornish Miners' Pasties recipe for a hearty and filling meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef ( turkey or venison )
2 cups diced potatoes
2 cups diced carrots
1 cup diced turnip
1 medium onion , chopped
2 teaspoons salt
6 -8 tablespoons butter
6 -8 tablespoons water ( see description )
2 tablespoons milk ( more or less )
1 can cream of mushroom soup ( or leftover beef or chicken gravy )
0.5 can milk
thyme , to taste
tarragon , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
469
Sugar
5g
Fat
30g
Cornish Miners' Pasties are a traditional British dish that originated in the county of Cornwall. They were originally eaten by miners who needed a hearty and filling meal that could be easily transported down the mines. The pasties are made with a savory filling of ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and turnip, seasoned with herbs and spices. The filling is enclosed in a pie crust and baked until golden brown. Today, Cornish Miners' Pasties are enjoyed by people all over the world as a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, diced potatoes, diced carrots, diced turnip, chopped onion, salt, thyme, and tarragon.
3.Mix the ingredients well and set aside.
4.Mix butter and water in a small bowl and set aside.
5.Roll out pie crust dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
6.Cut 6-8 circles of dough using a large bowl or cookie cutter.
7.Spread the mushroom soup or gravy on one side of the dough circle.
8.Spoon the beef and vegetable filling on top of the soup or gravy.
9.Add a teaspoon of butter and water mixture on top of the filling.
10.Fold the dough in half and pinch the edges together to form a seal.
11.Place the pasties on a baking tray and brush them with milk.
12.Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

PROS

Cornish Miners’ Pasties are a hearty, filling, and inexpensive meal that can be made easily and enjoyed by the whole family.

The recipe can be scaled up or down depending on the number of people you are feeding.

CONS

The pasties take a little time to prepare, but they are well worth it.

They can be high in calories and fat, so portion control is key when enjoying this meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cornish Miners’ Pasties can provide a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
The filling contains a variety of vegetables, which can help contribute to a balanced diet and provide essential nutrients.

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