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---To prepare the pastry---.
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In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt.
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Add the butter and cut into the flour until the mixture resembles fine bread crumbs.
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Mix in enough cold water to hold the mixture together.
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Form into a ball.
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Wrap in wax paper or plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
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---To prepare the filling---.
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In a large bowl, mix together the uncooked ground meat, onion, salt, pepper and water; set aside.
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---Assembly---.
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Remove the pastry from the refrigerator.
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Lightly sprinkle your work surface with flour.
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Roll out the pastry to about 1/8-inch thickness.
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Cut into 6-7 circles approximately 5 to 6 inches in diameter.
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Evenly divide the filling among the circles, placing the meat mixture on one half of the circle.
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Brush the edge lightly with the beaten egg.
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Fold the pastry over the filling and seal by lightly crimping the edge.
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Brush the top with beaten egg.
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Repeat with remaining filling and dough circles.
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Place on baking sheets greased with shortening or non-stick cooking spray and bake at 350u00b0F for 50 minutes or until golden brown on top.
