Kilty's Kitchen

Miners Meat Pasties Categories: meats/main dish 3 cups flour 1 pinch salt 1/3 cup shortening 1/3 cup water 1 lb ground chuck 3 cups potatoes; finely chopped 1/2 cup carrot; finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pinch pepper 1 tablespoon butter or margarine To make crust, cut shortening into flour and salt. Gradually mix in water to form a ball. Divide dough into 6 equal parts and roll each into an 8" circle. Set aside. To make filling, mix all ingredients well. (Meat is NOT cooked) Place about 1 cup filling on half of each crusts. Fold the circle in half and seal edges. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 475°F for 20 minutes; reduce heat to 375°F and bake another 30 minutes. Contributor: Aunt Jolane (Stambaugh, Michigan) Yield: 6 servings