This traditional coal miner's pasties recipe is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold day. These handheld savory pies are filled with a mixture of beef, potatoes, onions, and seasonings, then baked until golden brown. Serve with ketchup or gravy for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, potatoes, onion, carrots, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out the pie crusts and cut into 6-inch circles.
- Divide the beef mixture among the circles, placing it on one half of each circle.
- Fold the other half of the circle over the filling and crimp the edges to seal.
- Place the pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops of the pasties with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pasties are golden brown.
- Serve hot with ketchup or gravy.
Interesting Facts
Coal miners used to take these pasties into the mines for a portable meal.
Pasties are a popular dish in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where many miners settled.