Nana used to make these by the dozen, and freeze them for later!

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### 🧑‍🍳 **Instructions:**

**1. Make the dough:**
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and slowly incorporate the ice water until a soft dough forms. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.

**2. Cook the filling:**
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the meat with onion and garlic. Stir in tomato paste, frozen veggies, broth, Worcestershire, and seasonings. Simmer until thickened. Let cool completely.

**3. Assemble the pies:**
Roll out the dough and cut into circles (4–5 inches wide). Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of filling into each circle, fold over, and crimp the edges with a fork. Place on a parchment-lined tray.

**4. Freeze or bake:**
– **To freeze:** Flash-freeze unbaked pies on a tray, then transfer to freezer bags.
– **To bake:** Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
– **From frozen:** Bake straight from freezer, adding 10–15 extra minutes.

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### 💡 Why It Works (and Why Nana Knew Best)

– **Freezer-friendly**: Bake some now, freeze the rest for later — perfect for busy weeks.
– **Versatile**: Fill them with anything — leftover chicken, breakfast scramble, or apples and cinnamon.
– **Portable & satisfying**: Great for lunchboxes, picnics, or cozy nights in.

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### 🧡 Final Thoughts

There’s something so comforting about opening the freezer and finding a little piece of home waiting for you. These hand pies are more than just food — they’re tradition, love, and a little reminder that Nana always had a plan.

So go ahead — make them by the dozen. Freeze a few. Share a few. And know that with every bite, you’re keeping a beautiful family ritual alive.

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Want a printable recipe card or a sweet label template to mark your freezer pies “Made with Love”?