Breakfast Hand Pies with Egg, Ham and Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed as instructed on package)
• 1 Tbsp cooking oil
• 1 cup (150g) ham (diced small)
• 5 large eggs (whisked)
• 1 Tbsp chives (finely chopped (optional))
• 1 cup (85g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 Tbsp water

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large frying pan over medium heat, saute the ham with the cooking oil until lightly browned.

3. 3

   Add in the whisked eggs and soft scramble. Remove from heat and stir in the chives if using. Place in fridge to cool while preparing the pastry crust.

4. 4

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the first pastry sheet to about 12x12". Trim the edges and cut into four 6x6" squares. Repeat with the second sheet.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and tablespoon of water to make the egg wash.

6. 6

   Divide the filling among the eight squares and top with cheese. Brush the edges with egg wash. Fold over and seal the edges with a fork. Cut a small x in each pie for ventilation and brush the surface with egg wash.

7. 7

   Transfer the pies onto the prepared baking sheets (four on a sheet). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.