HOMEMADE MEAT PIES
This is my meat pie recipe. This little delicacy, which was once sold on the streets by little boys from the nearby plantation, was invented long before modern refrigeration. So early cooks used to store prepared ones in large crocks of homemade lard. These meat pies can be used as an appetizer or as a main dish. Serve with...
Provided by Tammy Raynes
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. FOR FILLING: Make a roux of shortening and flour; add other ingredients and salt and pepper to taste. Cook thoroughly and let cook before placing in dough.
- 2. FOR PASTRY: Sift flour and baking powder, add shortening, then eggs. Add enough milk to make a stiff dough. Roll very thin.
- 3. Use a saucer or plastic bowl to cut circles of dough. Fill half full with meat mixture. Fold dough over, dampen edges with water and crimp with fork. Fry in deep fat until golden brown.
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