Homemade Scotch Pies (with a surprise filling)

Welcome to my channel. My name is Will and today I'm giving scotch pies a go. check out the recipe below with step by step instructions to make at home yourself. Traditional Scotch Pie Recipe Ingredients For the Filling: 1 lb (450g) minced lamb (mutton if available, or beef as a substitute) 8 oz (225g) crushed rusks or fine breadcrumbs ½ tsp salt ½ tsp white pepper ½ tsp ground mace ½ tsp ground nutmeg 1–2 tbsp water or gravy (optional) For the Hot Water Pastry: 8 oz (225g) lard or beef dripping 1 ½ lb (675g) self-raising flour 1 tsp salt 10 fl oz (300ml) water Milk for glazing Equipment: A jar or tumbler for shaping pies Method Making the Pastry: In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil and melt the lard in it. Sieve the flour and salt into a bowl that has been warmed slightly—this prevents the hot fat from cooling too quickly. Make a well in the flour and pour in the hot fat and water mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until combined. Once cool enough to handle, knead the dough until it becomes elastic. Cover and leave in a warm place until it firms up but remains pliable. Shaping the Pies: Roll out the pastry to about ⅛ inch (3mm) thick. Cut out circles large enough to fit your moulds—this should make around 15 pies. Cut additional circles for the pie lids. Preparing the Filling: Mix the minced meat with the crushed rusks or breadcrumbs. Add a small amount of water or gravy (about ½–1 tsp at a time) until the mixture feels moist but not wet. Season with salt, white pepper, mace, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly with your hands. Assembling the Pies: Press the pastry rounds into the moulds and fill them about ¾ full with the meat mixture. Place the lids on top, pinch the edges lightly but firmly to seal. Make small slits in the top using a knife (a gentle stab and twist method works best). Brush the tops with milk and sprinkle lightly with salt. Baking: Preheat the oven to 220–230°C (425–450°F). Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. #cooking #food #meatpie #britishrecipes #recipe #scottishcuisine