Scotch Pie
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Scotch Pie, a traditional Scottish pastry filled with seasoned minced meat and wrapped in a buttery puff pastry. Perfect for family gatherings or chilly evenings, these hand-held pies offer a comforting taste of Scotland that will leave you craving more. With each bite, experience the flaky crust and savory filling that make this dish an unforgettable classic.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup beef stock
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add ground lamb or beef, cooking until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then stir in beef stock and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Roll out half the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut circles for pie bases and place them in greased muffin tins.
- Fill each pastry base generously with the meat mixture.
- Roll out the remaining pastry to cover each pie, sealing edges with a fork and making small slits on top for steam release.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg