Golden Baked Meat & Vegetable Stuffed Pastry Squares

Golden Baked Meat & Vegetable Stuffed Pastry Squares

These golden baked meat and vegetable stuffed pastry squares are a comforting, hearty dish that combines flaky pastry with a rich, savory filling. Each square is generously stuffed with seasoned ground meat, tender vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, then baked until the pastry turns beautifully golden and slightly crisp on top. This recipe is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or anytime you want a satisfying meal that feels both homemade and special.

What makes this dish so appealing is the contrast between the soft, juicy filling and the lightly crisp pastry shell. As the pastries bake, the filling bubbles gently inside, keeping everything moist and flavorful. The golden tops add an inviting look and a delicious texture that makes these squares hard to resist straight from the oven. Served warm, they’re filling enough to be a main dish but also work well as a hearty snack.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground chicken or turkey)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup cooked corn kernels
• ½ cup cooked peas or diced vegetables
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste or mild sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8–10 pastry sheets or thin dough squares
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil for brushing

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set it aside.

2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft and translucent.

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3. Add the minced garlic and ground meat to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until fully browned and cooked through.

4. Stir in the paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the tomato paste and mix well to coat the meat evenly.

5. Fold in the cooked corn and peas, then simmer for 3–5 minutes until the filling is thick and flavorful. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

6. Lay one pastry sheet on a clean surface. Place a generous portion of the meat mixture in the center.

7. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a neat square, sealing the edges gently. Place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

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8. Repeat with the remaining pastry sheets and filling.

9. Brush the tops of the pastry squares lightly with melted butter or oil.

10. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown on top.

11. Remove from the oven and allow the pastries to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion

These golden baked meat and vegetable stuffed pastry squares are the kind of recipe that brings comfort and satisfaction in every bite. Warm, flavorful, and wrapped in a beautifully baked pastry, they’re perfect for sharing at the table or enjoying as leftovers the next day. Simple to prepare and endlessly adaptable with different fillings, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Would you enjoy these pastries as a main meal or as a hearty snack?