The South African Cook Book by Diane Kersey - HTML preview

Cheese and Bacon Pies

1.1 lbs. ready made puff pastry

A little milk

Filling

3 tablespoons margarine

3 tablespoons all purpose cake flour

Salt and pepper to season

¼ teaspoon dry mustard

2 cups milk

¾ cup cheddar cheese

3 oz. raw bacon, diced small

Method: Heat the margarine in a medium sized pot over low heat and gently stir in the flour a little at a time until well blended. Add salt and pepper to taste with the dry mustard. Stir well. Add the milk a little at a time until the mixture has formed a thick and shiny consistency. Add the cheese and stir all the time. Cook for 2 minutes on low heat and add bacon. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Remove pot from stove and set aside. Roll out pastry thinly and cut into small round circles with a biscuit cutter. Add a little mixture to the center of each round and fold. Seal the edges with a little milk and press down firmly. Brush the tops with a little milk. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking tray to a wire rack and cool. Serves 6