Vegetable Irish Pasties are flaky, golden hand pies filled with a blend of potatoes, carrots, rutabaga, and herbs for a warm, hearty, and savory meal.
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
6–8 tablespoons ice water
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
1/2 cup diced rutabaga
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
Mix flour and salt in a bowl.
Rub in cold butter until mixture is crumbly.
Gradually add ice water until dough forms.
Wrap and chill dough for 30 minutes.
Dice vegetables and mix with seasoning.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Roll dough into four circles.
Add filling and butter cube to each circle.
Fold and seal edges.
Brush with beaten egg and slit for steam.
Bake 40–45 minutes until golden.
Cool 10 minutes before serving.