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Default What is Pasty Meat?

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> In reference to Cornish Pasties?
> Inquiring minds want to know
> Janet US


Pasties were cheap working-class
food for miners or labourers who earned very little.
So historically, the meat content (if any) was minimal, and whatever
was available free. No questions asked.

Making pasties today, I use the left-overs from roast beef or roast
lamb.

Janet UK