Cornish Pasties Recipe

Name: Cornish Pasties
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium potato, diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 8 ounces beef, cubed (rump or blade roast); ½ teaspoon thyme; ½ teaspoon sage; 2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 tablespoons butter, diced; 4 tablespoons lard, diced; 2 -3 tablespoons ice water; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat oven to 425F.
2
Place the potato, onion, herbs, and meat in a roasting pan and mix well.
3
Place the flour and salt in a bowl.
4
Add the butter and lard, rub in until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
5
Add about 2 tablespoons of water and mix to form a firm dough.
6
Turn out onto a floured surface and knead lightly.
7
Divide the pastry into 4 pieces.
8
Roll out each piece to about 6-7 inches.
9
Trim by cutting round the edge of a small plate.
10
Divide the filling between each round.
11
Brush the edges with water and draw up the pastry on each pasty, in a line over the centre of the filling.
12
Seal well.
13
Flute the edge with your fingers or a fork.
14
Place the pasties on a baking sheet, fluted edges uppermost.
15
Brush each with a little beaten egg or milk.
16
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden brown.

520

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium potato, diced, 1 medium onion, chopped, 8 ounces beef, cubed (rump or blade roast), ½ teaspoon thyme, and more.

Yes, Cornish Pasties falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cornish Pasties

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Variations & substitutions

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