The Coal Miner's Fast Food Cornish Pasties Recipe

Unearth a culinary treasure with this authentic Cornish pasty recipe! Inspired by the hearty meals of Cornwall's coal miners, these individual pies are a delicious and historically significant fast food. Packed with tender beef, potatoes, rutabaga (swede), and onion, encased in a flaky homemade crust, this recipe transports you to the heart of Cornwall. Perfect for a satisfying lunch, dinner, or a unique historical cooking experience. Adapted from "Favourite English Recipes," this updated version brings this classic to your kitchen! #CornishPasty #BritishFood #HistoricalRecipes #EasyRecipe #Pastry #ComfortFood

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 1109.6 kcal
Protein 78g
Rating 3.4 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Coal Miner's Fast Food Cornish Pasties

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How to Make The Coal Miner's Fast Food Cornish Pasties

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, rub 1 cup of shortening into 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 tsp of salt. Gradually add 1/2 cup of ice water, mixing until a firm dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 7-inch circle.
  4. In a bowl, combine 1 lb of cubed beef (all fat removed), 2 medium potatoes (diced), 1 medium rutabaga (diced), and 1 medium onion (finely chopped). Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Place 1/4 of the meat and vegetable mixture into the center of each pastry circle.
  6. Dot 1 tbsp of butter over each filling.
  7. Dampen the edges of each pastry circle with water. Fold the pastry over the filling, forming a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges firmly to seal, creating a decorative edge.
  8. Place the pasties on a lightly floured baking tray.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

107g

Carbs

39g

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