Cheesy Ham and Spinach Hand Pies
There’s something undeniably special about biting into a warm, flaky hand pie. The buttery crust gives way to a creamy, savory filling that seems to melt your worries away. Imagine the perfect balance of melted cheese, tender diced ham, and nutritious spinach wrapped in golden pastry — that’s exactly what you get with Cheesy Ham and Spinach Hand Pies.
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Filling
- ½ cup diced cooked ham
- ½ cup chopped spinach fresh or thawed and squeezed dry
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or similar melting cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano chopped
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Crust
- 2 9-inch store-bought rolled pie crusts, thawed and at room temperature
- For Assembly
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water (for brushing)
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Dough
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll both pie crusts onto a lightly floured surface. Cut each crust into 4 rectangles and trim the edges evenly.
- Re-roll the dough scraps to form 2 more rectangles for a total of 10 pieces.
Make the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced ham, chopped spinach, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Add oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Assemble the Hand Pies
- Place about ¼ cup of filling in the center of 5 dough rectangles, leaving about ½ inch around the edges.
- Brush the edges lightly with the egg wash.
- Top each filled rectangle with another piece of dough. Press around the edges with your fingers, then seal with a fork to create a crimped pattern.
Bake to Golden Perfection
- Arrange the hand pies on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the crusts are puffed and golden brown.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the pies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
- Serve warm as-is or pair with your favorite dipping sauce like creamy ranch, tomato salsa, or pesto.
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