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Brisket & Smoked Cheese Pies Recipe

Brisket & Smoked Cheese Pies Recipe
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These Brisket & Smoked Cheese Pies are savory hand pies filled with tender shredded brisket, smoked cheese, and a hint of smoked paprika, wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a comforting meal or a delicious snack.

Ingredients

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Brisket Filling:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups cooked beef brisket, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup beef broth

Assembly:

  • 1 cup smoked cheese, shredded (such as smoked gouda or cheddar)
  • 1 package puff pastry sheets, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sauté onions and garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until softened, about 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Prepare brisket filling: Stir in the shredded brisket, tomato paste, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne if using. Pour in the beef broth and cook until thickened, about 5–7 minutes. Cool slightly.
  4. Assemble pies: Roll out puff pastry sheets and cut into squares. Spoon brisket mixture onto each square, top with smoked cheese, fold over, and seal. Brush with beaten egg.
  5. Bake: Transfer pies to baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  6. Serve: Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • These pies freeze well before baking—add 5 extra minutes if baking from frozen.
  • Leftover brisket or slow-cooked beef works great in this recipe.
  • Experiment with different smoked cheeses for varied flavors.

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