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Spaghetti and Meatball Hand Pies Recipe

 Spaghetti and Meatball Hand Pies are a creative, portable twist on the classic Italian dish. Imagine tender pasta, rich marinara sauce, and juicy meatballs tucked inside a golden, flaky pastry pocket — crisp on the outside and saucy inside. These hand pies are perfect for parties, picnics, or family dinners when you want all the comfort of spaghetti and meatballs without the mess.

1. Cooking Time: 45 minutes

2. Serving: 8 hand pies

3. Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked spaghetti (cut into shorter pieces)

  • 1 cup marinara sauce

  • 8 small cooked meatballs (store-bought or homemade)

  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 sheets puff pastry or refrigerated pie crust (thawed)

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

4. Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven: Set to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix the cooked spaghetti, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  3. Cut the pastry: Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 8 equal rectangles (or circles, if preferred).

  4. Assemble the hand pies:

    • Place a spoonful of the spaghetti mixture in the center of each pastry piece.

    • Add one small meatball on top.

    • Fold the pastry over the filling to form a pocket and seal the edges with a fork.

    • Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

  5. Bake: Place the hand pies on the baking sheet and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

  6. Cool and serve: Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

5. Nutrition (per hand pie):

  • Calories: 290

  • Protein: 13g

  • Fat: 15g

  • Carbohydrates: 25g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Sugar: 3g

6. Tips:

  • For extra crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds or Parmesan on top before baking.

  • Use mini meatballs to keep the pies easy to seal.

  • These can be made ahead and frozen — just bake straight from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes.

  • Try using pizza dough or crescent roll dough instead of puff pastry for a softer crust.

  • Add chopped spinach or mushrooms to the filling for more flavor and texture.

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