Ingredients and Weight:
- 500g plain flour
- 150g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 100ml cold water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery sticks, diced
- 250g green beans, trimmed and chopped
- 250g frozen peas
- 200g grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3
Preparation Method Steps:
- Make the pastry: In a large bowl, rub the butter into the flour until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add the water and mix until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened. Add the green beans and peas and cook for a further 5 minutes. Stir in the cheddar cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Form the pasties: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll out into 9-inch circles. Place a portion of the filling in the center of each circle. Brush a little water around the edges and fold the pastry over the filling to seal. Crimp the edges and place the pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 500 per serving
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky and buttery pastry
- Savory and flavorful bean and pea filling
- Perfect for a hearty snack or lunch
User Comments:
- "These pasties were absolutely delicious! The pastry was melt-in-your-mouth and the filling was packed with flavor."
- "The perfect comfort food for a cold day. I loved the combination of beans and peas."
- "I'm not a vegetarian, but these pasties were so good I didn't miss the meat at all."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the pastry is cold before rolling it out to prevent it from becoming tough.
- If you don't have frozen peas, you can use fresh peas instead.
- You can add other vegetables to the filling, such as broccoli or corn.
- Serve the pasties with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup or mustard.
