Turkey Hand Pies
Delicious and convenient turkey hand pies filled with leftover turkey, mixed vegetables, and gravy, perfect for using up Thanksgiving leftovers.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded breast or dark meat both work
- 1 cup mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn — frozen and thawed or fresh
- 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
- 1 cup turkey gravy use leftover gravy or a quick gravy made from pan drippings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt and pepper
Crust Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts usually two crusts per package
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash; for a dairy-free option use a little milk or oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded turkey, mixed vegetables, diced onion, diced celery, turkey gravy, dried thyme, garlic powder, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until the filling is moist but not soupy — it should hold together when scooped.
- Lightly flour your surface and roll out each pie crust just a touch to smooth seams. Use a large cookie cutter or bowl to cut out circles roughly 4–5 inches across.
- Spoon a generous tablespoon or two of filling onto one half of each circle, leaving a 1/4-inch border. Don’t overfill; too much filling makes sealing difficult.
- Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to make a half-moon. Press the edge together and crimp with a fork to seal. Poke a tiny vent or two on top with the fork to let steam escape.
- Transfer the hand pies to your prepared baking sheet. Brush each top with the beaten egg for a glossy, deep-golden finish.
Baking
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is puffed and golden and filling is piping hot.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
These hand pies are versatile. Serve hot with a salad, as appetizers, or pack in lunches. Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.