Flaky hand pies filled with a creamy blend of broccoli, cheddar, and spices for a tasty savory treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Filling
01 - 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk or unsweetened plant-based milk
10 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
→ Hand Pie Dough
11 - 2 sheets store-bought puff pastry, thawed (approximately 15.9 ounces)
12 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for dusting
→ Assembly
13 - 2 tablespoons milk or plant-based milk for brushing
14 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Add minced garlic and chopped broccoli; sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until broccoli softens.
04 - Incorporate salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle flour evenly over the mixture, cook for 1 minute, then gradually stir in milk until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy, about 2 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat; fold in grated cheddar cheese until melted. Allow filling to cool slightly before use.
06 - Dust a surface lightly with flour, roll out puff pastry sheets, and cut each into four equal rectangles, yielding eight pieces total.
07 - Place approximately 2 tablespoons of filling onto half of each pastry rectangle, leaving a border. Fold over the opposite side and press edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp and secure edges.
08 - Arrange hand pies on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with milk and sprinkle sesame seeds if desired. Cut a small slit on each to allow steam to escape.
09 - Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until hand pies are crisp and golden brown.
10 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly prior to consumption.
