Simple Pasty Recipes

A very simple pasty recipe which we have used occasionaly in our family when there is no time or desire to make the dough from scratch is to use a frozen pie dough. Each circle will make one pasty. So plan ahead one for circle or pasty per person. Spread out the pie crust and fill with layers of the following Filling - 1lb beef (cubed or diced) 1/2 lb. pork, potatoes, turnip, onion, parsley, some finely grated carrots are optional Dot with butter. After this fold the pie crust to form a half moon and seal edges with a bit of water. You can use a fork to crimp edges. Place a slit in the top and place on an ungreased cooki sheet.Bake for 20 minutes at 450 degrees F, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F and bake for forty minutes. Cool for at least fifteen minutes on the sheet before eating. Serve with ketchup, butter, cream or pickles!