Autumn Meat Pasties

Embrace the flavors of the season with these hearty and comforting Autumn Meat Pasties, perfect for crisp, chilly days. Featuring a flaky, buttery homemade pastry, these hand-held delights are filled with a savory mix of ground beef, earthy root vegetables like potato, carrot, and parsnip, and a hint of aromatic thyme and warming cinnamon. Whether you’re serving them as a cozy lunch, a dinner on-the-go, or a festive autumn gathering treat, these portable pies burst with the essence of fall. With just 30 minutes of prep and a golden, crimped crust baked to perfection, these pasties are delightful both warm from the oven or at room temperature, making them a versatile seasonal favorite. Perfectly paired with apple cider or a crisp green salad, this recipe will transport you to the heart of the harvest season.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 350 grams all-purpose flour
• 175 grams unsalted butter
• 6 tablespoons cold water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 250 grams ground beef
• 150 grams potato (peeled and finely diced)
• 75 grams carrot (peeled and finely diced)
• 75 grams parsnip (peeled and finely diced)
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt for the pastry. Add the cold, cubed butter and rub it into the flour with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, diced potato, carrot, parsnip, onion, thyme, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently but thoroughly to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 3-4mm. Use a round cutter or a plate (approximately 15cm in diameter) to cut out circles of dough.

Step 6

Place 3-4 tablespoons of the filling mixture onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving a small border around the edge.

Step 7

Brush the edges of the pastry circles with a little of the beaten egg, then fold the other half over the filling to create a semi-circle. Press the edges firmly together, then crimp them with a fork to seal.

Step 8

Place the pasties onto the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the remaining beaten egg to give them a golden finish during baking.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, make 2-3 small slits in the top of each pasty to allow steam to escape during cooking.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

Step 11

Allow the pasties to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1335 grams (1335.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3420

Total Fat 203.10g	260%
Saturated Fat 107.40g	537%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 739mg	246%
Sodium 3885mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 325.80g	118%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 13.80g
Protein 90.70g	181%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 250mg	19%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 2400mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 37.3%