Cheese and onion pasties are a staple of British cuisine, known for their flaky pastry and savory filling. These handheld delights are perfect for a quick lunch, a hearty snack, or as part of a picnic spread. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a modern twist, there's a cheese and onion pasty out there to satisfy every palate. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the best cheese and onion pasty recipes, from classic to creative.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEESE AND ONION PASTIES
A delicious combination of mature cheddar cheese and chopped onion wrapped in a case of shortcrust pastry, Eat it straight out of the oven - great for packed lunches or picnics
Provided by JoyfulCook
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut pastry into rounds, I use a side plate and just cut around it.
- Pre heat the oven to 210°C.
- Mix the grated cheese with the onion adding the pepper and salt,.
- Beat the egg and brush around the edge of the pastry and carefully lift the pastry up and pinch together, brush the egg over the outside and poke a few vent holes on either side, I use a satay stick to do this.
- Cook in the oven for approximately 15 minutes or until light golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1070.5, Fat 71.4, SaturatedFat 24.9, Cholesterol 110.2, Sodium 1556.3, Carbohydrate 80.6, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 26.9
CHEESE AND ONION PASTIES
The traditional Cornish recipe uses a cheese such as Double Gloucester or English Cheddar, but I have made some very tasty varieties using Stilton, Feta, Bleu Cheese, and even Havarti.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Thaw the pastry.
- If using homemade, put your dough in the refrigerator to chill.
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan on a low heat.
- Mix in the onions and cook them until they are just beginning to soften.
- Mix them with the cheese and parsley.
- Roll out the pastry and cut out 4 rounds, each about 6 inches in diameter.
- Put a quarter of the cheese mixture on one half of each one.
- Fold over the other side and crimp the edges together.
- Lay the pasties on a floured baking sheet and brush them with milk or beaten egg.
- Bake them for 30 minutes and serve hot.
CHEESE, ONION AND POTATO PASTY
This cheesy pasty is a delicious alternative to the regular Cornish pasty and is quick and easy to make.
Provided by goosepa
Time 1h5m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and chop the potato into small chunks and the onion finely chopped and grate the cheese. Finely chop the parsley.
- Mix all the ingredients together well in a bowl.
- Divide the pastry in 4 and roll each piece into a round about 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter.
- Put a quarter of the cheese mixture on each one, dampen the edge with a little water, then fold over and crimp the edges.
- Lay the pasties on a floured baking sheet and brush them with milk or beaten egg.
- Bake them for 45 minutes.
BEEF PASTIES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND STILTON CHEESE
Provided by Jeanne Thiel Kelley
Categories Food Processor Onion Bake Sauté Super Bowl High Fiber Father's Day Lunch Blue Cheese Steak Poker/Game Night Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For crust:
- Blend both flours and salt in processor 5 seconds. Drop in shortening by tablespoonfuls. Cut in until coarsely diced. Add butter. Cut in until coarse meal forms. Transfer to bowl. Add 7 tablespoons ice water. Toss with fork until moist clumps form, adding more water by teaspoonfuls if dry. Gather dough into ball; divide into 4 equal pieces. Shape each into disk; wrap and chill at least 45 minutes and up to 1 day.
- For filling:
- Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onions. Sauté until deep brown, reducing heat if necessary to avoid burning, about 30 minutes. Add wine and thyme. Simmer until liquid evaporates, stirring often, about 3 minutes.Season with salt and pepper. Cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
- Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Roll out each dough disk between sheets of parchment paper to 9-inch round. Peel top parchment off each. Spread 1/4 of onion mixture on half of each round, leaving 1-inch plain border. Top onions with beef strips. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt over beef on each, then top each with 1/4 of cheese. Sprinkle with pepper. Brush dough border with some egg white. Using bottom parchment as aid, fold plain dough half over filling. Seal edges. Fold sealed edge over again; press with fork to double-seal.
- Brush each pasty with egg white. Cut 3 slits in each top crust. Divide pasties (still on parchment) between 2 large rimmed baking sheets.
- Bake pasties until crust is golden brown and filling is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Cool 10 minutes; serve.
MINI CHEESE & ONION PASTIES
Rustle up these little cheese and onion pasties for a family picnic. If you won't eat all 12, they freeze well and can be cooked straight from frozen
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Lunch, Picnic
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- First, make the pastry. Tip the flour into a bowl. Holding the block of butter in its wrapper, grate it directly into the flour (you may need to dip the end of the butter into the flour occasionally if it becomes sticky). Add the cayenne pepper, mustard powder and half the beaten egg, and season with a pinch of salt. Bring everything together with your hands until the mixture starts to clump together. Tip the pastry onto the work surface and knead very briefly into a smooth ball, adding up to 3 tbsp cold water if it's too dry. Squash the pastry into a disc. Wrap and chill while you make the filling.
- Heat the oil in a frying pan and cook the onions and thyme leaves for 8-10 mins until the onions have softened and started to caramelise. Tip into a bowl and leave to cool. Once cool, mix in the grated cheese, mustard and spring onions.
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and line a baking tray with baking parchment. Roll the chilled pastry out on a lightly floured surface to the thickness of a £1 coin. Cut out as many 10-12cm circles as you can (you can use a cup or mug as a template), then re-roll any off-cuts and repeat. You should get about 10-12 circles in total.
- Spoon a mound of the filling into the centre of each pastry circle, leaving the edges clear. Working with one circle at a time, brush a little of the remaining beaten egg around the edge, then bring two sides up to meet in the middle in a half-moon shape. Pinch the pastry together, crimping the edge to seal. Transfer to the baking tray and repeat with the remaining pastry circles and filling. Brush all the pasties with some beaten egg. Will keep frozen for two months.
- Bake the pasties for 20-25 mins (or 40-45 mins from frozen) until the pastry is deep golden brown. Leave to cool for at least 10 mins before eating warm, or cool completely and pack into containers for a picnic. Will keep in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Laminate the pastry: This is the key to creating those light, flaky layers in your pasties. To laminate, simply fold the pastry dough in thirds, turn it 90 degrees, and then fold it in thirds again. Repeat this process three or four times, or until the pastry is smooth and elastic.
- Use cold butter: Cold butter is easier to work with and will help to create a more flaky pastry. If you're using unsalted butter, be sure to add a pinch of salt to the dough.
- Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough. Just mix it until it comes together, then form it into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the pastry: A sharp knife will help to create clean, even cuts, which will prevent the pasties from tearing when they're baked.
- Bake the pasties until they're golden brown: This will ensure that they're cooked through and that the pastry is crispy.
Conclusion:
Cheese and onion pasties are a delicious and versatile snack or meal. They can be made with a variety of different cheeses and onions, and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like them mild or spicy, vegetarian or with meat, there's a cheese and onion pasty out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these pasties a try. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#60-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #cuisine #preparation #occasion #lunch #main-dish #side-dishes #eggs-dairy #vegetables #oven #easy #european #dinner-party #heirloom-historical #holiday-event #kid-friendly #vegetarian #english #cheese #dietary #new-years #sandwiches #comfort-food #inexpensive #taste-mood #equipment
You'll also love