In England, we call ground beef, mincemeat, considered a poor man's meal, ideal for post war times. Pasties first came about for the hand held lunch for the miners, with a sweet filling at one end & a savory filling at the other. The Cornish Pasty is not only the Cornwall national dish, but also holds the prestigious status of being a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) in the European Union.
Tools needed
Mixing bowl, Knife & board, Spatula, Baking sheet, Cooling rack, Thermometer, Pan, Rolling pin, Parchment