Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for savory hand pies:
Ingredients:
- 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced (or any other cooked protein of your choice such as beef, turkey, or tofu for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup vegetables, diced (such as carrots, peas, corn, bell peppers)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning)
- 1/2 cup cheese, grated (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, sautΓ© until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add in diced vegetables and cook until they are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in cooked chicken (or your chosen protein), dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets. Using a round cutter or a knife, cut out circles about 4-5 inches in diameter.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken and vegetable mixture onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- If using cheese, sprinkle a little on top of the filling.
- Fold the pastry over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, then crimp the edges with a fork to ensure they’re tightly sealed.
- Transfer the hand pies to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops of the hand pies with beaten egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the hand pies are golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
These savory hand pies are perfect for a snack, lunch, or dinner! Enjoy!
