Description
Irresistible feta and spinach hand pies highlight Mediterranean culinary traditions with flaky, golden crusts. Herb-infused fillings and crisp pastry edges promise a delightful morning experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 strips bacon, cooked & crumbled (or ½ cup cooked sausage)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese (113 g)
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk (60 ml)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup green onions or chives, chopped (15 g)
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds
- Fresh parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), establishing an optimal baking environment for the pastry creation.
- Pastry Foundation: Spread the puff pastry on a floured surface, methodically dividing it into six equal squares, preparing the base for a gourmet breakfast delight.
- Egg Mixture Composition: Combine eggs, cream, seasonings, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl, whisking to create a smooth, flavorful base for the filling.
- Filling Development: Gently cook the egg mixture over medium heat, stirring until almost set, understanding that additional oven time will complete the cooking process.
- Flavor Incorporation: Remove eggs from heat and fold in crumbled proteins and melted cheese, enriching the mixture with complex flavor profiles.
- Pastry Assembly: Place the egg mixture in the center of each pastry square, leaving a small border for elegant folding, then carefully draw the corners toward the center, creating an enticing parcel.
- Pre-Baking Enhancement: Brush exposed pastry edges with egg wash and optionally sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds to elevate visual and textural appeal.
- Baking Transformation: Position the pastries in the preheated oven, allowing them to bake for 18-20 minutes until achieving a golden, puffy exterior.
- Finishing Touches: Allow pastries to rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with freshly chopped herbs and serve alongside zesty hot sauce, salsa, or a fruit medley to complete the culinary experience.
Notes
- Maintain Pastry Crispness: Keep puff pastry chilled until ready to use, preventing it from becoming sticky and ensuring a flaky, crisp texture.
- Control Egg Cooking: Remove eggs from heat when slightly underdone to prevent overcooking during baking, maintaining a creamy, soft scrambled consistency.
- Customize Filling Flexibility: Swap proteins and cheeses based on dietary preferences or available ingredients, making the recipe adaptable for vegetarians or different flavor profiles.
- Prevent Soggy Bottom: Use a parchment-lined baking sheet and avoid overfilling pastry squares to ensure a crisp, golden base without moisture buildup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg