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Traditional Cornish Pasty

Recipe by John Kirkwood

A classic Cornish pasty made with a robust bread‑flour pastry, buttery lard fat, and a traditional filling of beef, potatoes, swede (rutabaga) and onion, seasoned with salt and white pepper. Hand‑rolled, crimped and baked until golden, this recipe follows the official Cornish pasty specifications for an authentic taste of Cornwall.

MediumBritishServes 4

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Source Video
1h 13m
Prep
45m
Cook
14m
Cleanup
2h 12m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$12.25
Total cost
$3.06
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Rubbing the cold butter and lard into the flour until breadcrumb‑like
  • Using precisely weighed water to achieve the correct dough consistency
  • Chilling the dough for at least 1 hour before rolling
  • Rolling the pastry to a uniform 3 mm thickness
  • Placing butter cubes both under and over the meat for flavor
  • Crimping the edges tightly to seal the filling
  • Ventilation hole to allow steam to escape

Safety Warnings

  • Handle raw beef with care; avoid cross‑contamination.
  • Use oven mitts when removing hot trays.
  • Sharp knife for vent holes – cut away from your body.

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