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Muffin Tin Meat Pies

Delicious and versatile muffin tin meat pies filled with savory ground meat and veggies, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or pork
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 package of refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Sauté onions in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until soft and translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Brown the ground meat in the skillet, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until no pink remains (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Add frozen mixed vegetables and thyme, cooking until everything is heated through (3-5 minutes).
  5. Roll out pie crust on a floured surface.
  6. Cut out circles from the dough and press into muffin tin cups, filling each with meat mixture (about 3/4 full).
  7. Seal each pie with another circle of dough and crimp edges with a fork. Brush with the beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve with a salad, garlic bread, or roasted veggies. Consider dipping sauces for added flavor.

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Keywords: muffin tin, meat pies, easy dinner, savory snacks, family recipe