Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 8 cups all-purpose flour
• 250g Butter
• 3 Eggs (1 for brushing)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup (60ml) cold water

For the Filling:

• 350g Ground beef
• 1 Potato, peeled and diced into small cubes
• 1 Large Onion, chopped
• 1 Large Carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 cup (240ml) Water/beef broth
• Salt to taste
• Pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons Oil

Preparation:

Making the Dough:

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
2. Add butter and rub it with the flour until you get a crumbly texture.
3. Beat 2 eggs and add them to the flour mixture, mix until the dough is formed. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Making the Filling:

1. In a large pan, heat oil. Add onion and sauté for 5-6 mins.
2. Add the ground meat and fry for 4-5 mins.
3. Add the diced carrots, season with salt, pepper, thyme, and flour.

Assembling the Meat Pies:

1. Divide the dough into 8 pieces. Roll out each piece into 1/8-inch thickness.
2. Cut out round shapes with your desired size.
3. Place about 1-2 tablespoons of the meat mixture in the center and fold over the dough, using a meat pie cutter or seal the edges with a fork.
4. Poke the pies with a fork to create steam outlets.
5. Brush the pies with beaten egg.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden.

Your delicious Meat Pie is READY! Enjoy the homemade goodness and share these delightful treats with your loved ones. 🥧✨