Mushroom and Cheese Hand Pie

Mushroom and Cheese Hand Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. This savory pie is made with a flaky pastry crust and filled with a rich and creamy mixture of mushrooms and cheese. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients and can be served as a main course or as a snack.

To make this Mushroom and Cheese Hand Pie, you will need the following ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten

To start, preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water and mix until the dough comes together.
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out circles using a biscuit cutter or a glass. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and are tender. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
Place a spoonful of the mushroom and cheese mixture onto one half of each dough circle. Fold the other half over and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Brush the tops with the beaten egg. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
This Mushroom and Cheese Hand Pie is a perfect combination of savory and cheesy flavors. The flaky pastry crust adds a nice crunch to the creamy filling. It's a great dish to serve as an appetizer or as a main course with a side salad.
Type of dish: Savory pie
Main ingredients: Mushrooms, cheese, pastry crust