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Savory Meat and Mushroom Hand Pies

Delicious hand pies filled with seasoned meat, earthy mushrooms, and garlic, wrapped in a flaky pastry crust, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb Choose either ground beef or lamb based on preference.
  • 1 cup mushrooms, diced Any variety of mushrooms can be used.
  • 1 cup onion, chopped Yellow or white onions work well.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon thyme Dried thyme can be used as a substitute.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning according to preference.
For the crust
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts Pre-made for ease.
  • 1 large egg For egg wash to achieve golden color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Toss in the diced mushrooms, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mushrooms are cooked down and all ingredients are well combined, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Roll out the pie crusts and cut them into circles (about 4-6 inches in diameter).
  2. Place a heaping spoonful of the meat and mushroom filling onto one half of each circle.
  3. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together with a fork to seal tightly.
  4. Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the mixture over the tops of the hand pies.
  5. Place the hand pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes or until they’re beautifully golden brown.
Serving
  1. Let the hand pies cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce or topping!

Notes

To ensure perfect hand pies, let the filling cool before assembling, avoid overfilling, and for substitutions, ground chicken or turkey can be used. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.