32. TUNA & CORN PIES

Tuna & creamed corn in a pastry crust makes a delicious party food or snack.

Before you begin:
Kitchens can be dangerous so make sure you have just read the Kitchen Safety Checklist.
Check with Mum or Dad that you are allowed to cook.
So the food doesn’t get any germs wash your hands with warm soapy water and dry them well.
Read the recipe through before you begin and get out all the equipment and ingredients you will need.
Don’t forget to have fun, and the best cooks ALWAYS clean up their mess.

Makes: 12

Here’s what you need:

• 4 sheets frozen Shortcrust pastry, thawed
• 425g can John West Tuna, drained
• 125g can Edgell Creamed Corn
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup grated tasty cheese

Here’s how to do it:

1. Cut 4 x 10cm circles from each pastry sheet. Ease pastry circles into a greased 12 cup medium muffin pan gently pressing pastry folds together.
2. In a bowl combine John West Tuna, Edgell Creamed Corn, eggs, chives and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into pastry cases and sprinkle with cheese.
3. Bake in a preheated oven at 200:C for 20–25 minutes.

Setting Up Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time:
20 minutes

HOT TIP: Cut pastry into 7cm circles and make into mini quiches.

 

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