Pumpkin Hand Pies with Flaky Pastry

1. 1 Puff pastry (frozen)pack 500 g ≈ $4.50 72 g
2. 2 Pumpkinpack 1 kg ≈ $2.80 96 g
3. 3 Brown sugar 14 g
4. 4 Cinnamon to taste
5. 5 Nutmeg to taste
6. 6 Butterpack 180 g ≈ $1.60 8 g
7. 7 Eggspack 10 pcs ≈ $1.89 0.2 pcs

Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.

Method

1. Roast pumpkin² cubes at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes until soft.

2. Mash the pumpkin² with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter⁶ until smooth.

3. Roll out puff¹ pastry and cut into circles or squares.

4. Place filling on each pastry, fold to seal, and pinch edges tightly.

5. Brush tops with beaten egg for shine.

6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden and puffed¹.