Cornish Pasties with Beef and Vegetables

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Hand-held Cornish pasties filled with seasoned beef, potatoes, swede, and onion, wrapped in a flaky golden pastry crust. This british-inspired beef ready in about 95 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, cold, cubed unsalted butter, cold water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 45 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 British cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: To make pastry, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt in a bowl. Cut in 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter cubes using your fingers or a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 1/2 cup cold water and mix until dough just comes together. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb finely chopped beef skirt steak, 1 medium diced peeled potato, 1/2 cup diced peeled swede, 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion, and 1 tsp black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 400°F. Divide chilled pastry into 6 equal portions and roll each into a 7-inch circle on a floured surface.
  4. Step 4: Place 1/6 of filling mixture on one half of each circle, leaving a 1-inch border. Brush edges with a little water, fold pastry over filling, and crimp edges tightly to seal.
  5. Step 5: Place pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Beat 1 egg and brush over tops for a golden finish.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 45-50 minutes until pastry is golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly before serving these classic British handheld pies.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Cornish Pasties with Beef and Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 95 minutes (45 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cornish Pasties with Beef and Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cornish Pasties with Beef and Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cornish Pasties with Beef and Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cornish Pasties with Beef and Vegetables?

British beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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