Sure, here’s a simple and delicious recipe for savory stuffed pastries. These pastries can be filled with a variety of ingredients, but I’ll provide a recipe with a spinach and feta filling.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (white or apple cider)
For the Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 10 oz (300g) fresh spinach, washed and chopped (or 1 package frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
For the Dough:
- Prepare the dough:
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your hands to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix the vinegar with the cold water. Gradually add the water mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
For the Filling:
- Prepare the filling:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh) or heated through (if using frozen). Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if desired.
- Remove from heat and let cool. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese.
Assemble the Pastries:
- Roll out the dough:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into circles using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass (about 4 inches in diameter).
- Fill the pastries:
- Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta mixture in the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.
- Bake the pastries:
- Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Let the pastries cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature.
Feel free to experiment with other fillings, such as mushrooms and cheese, ground meat, or roasted vegetables.