Pasty

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Pasty, also called a Cornish pasty or oggie, is a British baked turnover. The best known version comes from Cornwall, England, but pasties are now common across the UK and beyond. It is a filling baked inside a folded shortcrust pastry.

The traditional Cornish pasty is made with chunks of beef, potato, swede (rutabaga) and onion, lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, and shaped into a curved “D” with a single crimp on the edge. The pastry is golden and sturdy so the pasty can be carried and eaten without utensils.

Since 2011, the Cornish pasty has Protected Geographical Indication status. This means true Cornish pasties should be made in Cornwall and follow rules about shape, ingredients, and texture. The classic filling is beef, swede, potato and onion, but pasties today come in many variations.

Pasties became popular with miners because they were easy to transport and could stay warm for hours. Today they are enjoyed worldwide, with many different fillings, including pork, apple, or vegetarian options, but the Cornish version remains the iconic symbol of Cornwall.