- Golden flaky hand pies filled with creamy cheese, ham, and spinach — your perfect quick meal or snack idea!
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)
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Instructions
- 1. 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.
- 2. 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.
- 3. 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.
- 4. 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.
- 5. 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.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
