Savory Hand Pies

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Filling:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
   • Stir in diced carrot and celery, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Add cooked chicken, frozen peas, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
3. Assemble Hand Pies:
   • Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cutter or a knife, cut out circles from the pastry sheets.
   • Place a spoonful of the chicken and vegetable filling onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving a small border around the edge.
   • Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, then crimp the edges with a fork to secure.
4. Bake Hand Pies:
   • Place the assembled hand pies on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
5. Serve:
   • Remove the hand pies from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
   • Enjoy these savory hand pies warm or at room temperature as a delicious snack or meal on the go!

These savory hand pies are versatile and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any time of day!