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Shepherd’s Hand Pies


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  • Author: Sarah Mason
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 4
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Hearty shepherds pie filling gets a fun makeover in these individual hand pies. Perfect for a casual dinner party or a satisfying weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 white onion (diced)
  • 2 russet potatoes (peeled, diced)
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 0.5 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
  • 1 cup (237 ml) mixed bag of frozen peas (corn and carrots)
  • 0.5 cups (118 ml) beef broth
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup (237 ml) brisket (or beef of choice, cooked, shredded)
  • 4 12-inch pie crusts
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted, for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (227°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, potatoes, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until onions are translucent and potatoes are softened.
  4. Add frozen peas, corn, and carrots.
  5. Add beef broth; bring to a simmer. Fold flour into the mixture until integrated. The mixture should thicken. Add brisket. Cook for 5 minutes, or until all ingredients are heated through.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Cut raw pie crusts into circles approximately 5 inches in diameter.
  8. Fill the center of each crust with the potato mixture. Do not overstuff – you will have some mixture leftover.
  9. Fold over the crusts to create a half-circle and press the edges together with your fingers. Decorate the edges by pressing with a fork, if desired.
  10. Brush the top of each pie with melted butter.
  11. Line each hand pie evenly over the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until crusts are golden brown.

Notes

  • For easier handling, chill the filled hand pies for 15-20 minutes before baking.
  • Leftover filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used for a quick lunch or snack.
  • Substitute ground lamb or chicken for the brisket for a different flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven-Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hand pie
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 15
  • Cholesterol: 40