Werewolves of Lundon

Unleash your inner chef this Halloween with "Werewolves of Lundon," a frightfully delicious savory pastry recipe that combines rich flavors and eerie detail. Perfect for spooky gatherings, these claw-marked meat-filled pastries are crafted from a hearty blend of ground beef, pork sausage, and cheddar cheese, seasoned with herbs like thyme and rosemary, and wrapped in buttery puff pastry. The filling, featuring a medley of carrots, celery, and onions, is simmered in a flavorful beef stock and Worcestershire sauce for ultimate depth. Easy to make and irresistibly flaky, these werewolf-themed treats are ready in just over an hour, offering a hauntingly good dish that’s both fun and satisfying. Serve them warm, and watch as your guests howl for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g ground beef
• 250 g pork sausage
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, finely diced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 250 ml beef stock
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 500 g pre-made puff pastry
• 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 100 g cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and pork sausage until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetable mixture, stirring well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the beef stock while stirring constantly, ensuring no lumps form.

Step 6

Add the Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 7

Remove the mixture from heat and allow it to cool slightly. Stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and well incorporated.

Step 8

On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 6 equal rectangles.

Step 9

Spoon a generous portion of the meat filling onto one-half of each pastry rectangle, leaving a border for sealing.

Step 10

Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg, fold the other half of the pastry over the filling, and press the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 11

Transfer the pastries to a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush the tops with the remaining beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 12

Using a sharp knife, create 3-4 slits on each pastry to resemble claw marks or to vent steam during baking.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a side of your favorite spooky sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2104.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5211.4

Total Fat 364.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 830.0mg	0%
Sodium 8710.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 210.9g	0%

Vitamin D 202.4IU	0%
Calcium 1079.5mg	0%
Iron 30.7mg	0%
Potassium 3883.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 21.2%