Meat and mushroom pie

Name: Meat and mushroom pie
Ingredients: Dough: 1 tablespoon chopped green parsley; 1 egg; 125 gr. butter; 250 gr. flour; 1 teaspoon (grated) saltFilling: 1 large onion; 50 gr. bacon; 250 gr. mushrooms; 250 gr. minced meat; 200 ml sour cream; 2 eggs; salt; pepper; 50-70 gr. cheese

Appetizers - Meat and mushroom pie by Brandusa B. - Recipia

To prepare a perfect dough, we start by gathering all the necessary ingredients. We will need quality flour, cold butter cut into cubes, a pinch of salt, cold water, and optionally, an egg for a richer texture. In a large bowl, we add the flour and salt, mixing well to evenly distribute the salt in the flour. Then, we add the butter cubes and, using our fingers, we begin to gently knead the mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. This is a crucial step, as the butter must be well incorporated into the flour without melting. Once we achieve this consistency, we add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing continuously. It is important not to add too much water at once, as we want a smooth but not sticky dough. If you desire a richer dough, now is the time to add the beaten egg. We continue to knead until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Once the dough is ready, we form a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. It is important to note that after wrapping the dough, we need to let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This resting period is essential, as it allows the gluten to relax, which will facilitate rolling out the dough later. Additionally, cooling the dough causes the butter to harden, giving it a flaky and crisp texture. After 30 minutes, we take the dough out of the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, we roll the dough into a circular or rectangular shape, depending on the desired dish. In the end, we can use the dough to create a pie, tart, or other treats, adding the preferred filling. Thus, each step is important to achieve an exceptional result, and patience in preparation will be rewarded with a delicious outcome!