Cheese and onion pasties

Step 1

Heat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas

Step 2

Roll out the pastry and cut out circles 20cm/8in in diameter.

Step 3

Heat the oil and cook the onions in it until starting to soften.

Step 4

Take off the heat and cool. Stir in the grated cheese and season well.

Step 5

Divide the mixture between the 6 circles and crimp the edges together. Brush with a little of the beaten egg.

Step 6

Put on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes until the pastry is golden. Serve hot or cold.