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Honey & Mustard Ham Hock Pie

A comforting pie combining tender ham hock, sweet honey, and a hint of mustard wrapped in flaky cheese pastry.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 piece Ham hock (about 1.5 pounds), slow-cooked and shredded Ensure it's tender for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 3 tablespoons Mustard (wholegrain or Dijon)
  • 1/2 cup Cheese (grated cheddar or Gruyère) Feel free to mix different cheeses.
  • 2 sheets Pastry dough (puff pastry)
  • 1 piece Egg (beaten) For brushing the pastry.
  • 1 piece Carrot (finely chopped)
  • 1 piece Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme (fresh or dried)
  • To taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, cover the ham hock with water and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
  3. Remove the ham hock from the pot, discard the bones, and shred the meat.
  4. In a pan, sauté the onion and carrot in a bit of oil until softened.
  5. Add the shredded ham, honey, mustard, thyme, and chicken broth. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
  1. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and fit it into a pie dish.
  2. Pour the ham and mustard filling into the pastry shell.
  3. Roll out the second sheet of pastry and place it over the filling.
  4. Pinch the edges to seal, then cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape.
  5. Brush the top of the pastry with a beaten egg for a golden finish.
Baking
  1. Bake the pie for 35-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
  2. Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad. For variations, consider adding jalapeños for heat or using sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian option.