Ingredients
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shortening1/4 cup cold water or milkFILLING:1/2 pound beef top sirloin steak, cubed1/4 pound boneless pork steak, cubed2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 small onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter1 large egg, beaten, optional2 teaspoons water
Preparation
Combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening. Add enough water or milk to moisten dry ingredients. Shape into a ball. Cover and set aside.
For filling, toss together beef, pork, potatoes, onion, salt and pepper. Divide the pastry in half and roll each into a 10-in. circle. Divide the filling over the center of each pastry; dot each with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Fold pastry over the filling, sealing edges tightly. Cut slits in the top of the pasties. If desired, brush tops with egg. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 45 minutes. Spoon 1 teaspoon water per pastry in slits. Reduce heat to 350°; bake 15 minutes longer or until golden.
