Description
Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with a rich, cheesy minced meat filling—this Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, these pastries are packed with flavor and easy to make. Whether you’re serving them at a gathering or enjoying them fresh from the oven with a cup of tea, they’re a guaranteed hit!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Filling:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (or as needed)
- Butter (for greasing)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 300g minced meat (beef, chicken, or pork)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 100g grated cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or preferred type)
- 1 bunch of parsley, chopped
- 2 boiled eggs, chopped
For Assembly:
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds or black seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
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Prepare the Filling
- Heat a pan over medium heat and melt a little butter.
- Sauté the chopped onion until soft and golden.
- Add minced meat, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook until fully browned.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the grated cheese, chopped parsley, and boiled eggs.
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Assemble the Pastry
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes (squares, rectangles, or circles).
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each piece. Fold over and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
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Bake to Perfection
- Arrange the pastries on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
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Serve and Enjoy
- Let the pastries cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy warm, either as a snack or paired with a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make sure the filling is not too hot when assembling to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
- These pastries can be frozen before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time when cooking from frozen.
- Try different cheeses for unique flavors—feta for a salty kick, gouda for smokiness, or parmesan for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European