Forfar Bridies Recipe

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Add the chopped onion and continue to cook until the onion is softened and translucent.

3. Stir in the dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine the flavors. Cook for an additional minute to allow the seasonings to infuse with the meat and onions.

4. Sprinkle the flour over the meat mixture and stir until fully incorporated. This will help to thicken the filling.

5. Pour in the beef broth and gently simmer the mixture until the liquid has reduced and thickened, creating a flavorful filling. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

6. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cutter or a small plate as a guide, cut out circles from the pastry sheets. You will need two circles per Bridie.

7. Spoon a generous amount of the meat filling onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving a border around the edge to seal the Bridies. Brush the edges with the beaten egg wash.

8. Fold the pastry 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 finish.

9. Transfer the assembled Forfar Bridies onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash for a golden, glossy finish.

10. Make a small slit on the top of each Bridie to allow steam to escape during baking. This will help prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.

11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Serve the Forfar Bridies warm or at room temperature.