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Blind bake the pastry in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 18-20 minutes using parchment paper and baking weights, then remove them from the oven to cool.
Fill each pastry base with the cooled beef mixture, mounding the filling slightly at the center.
Topping Time: Puff Pastry Perfection
Using store-bought puff pastry, cut out circles a little larger than your pie mold. Drape the pastry over the filled pies, folding the edges under to create a seal. Brush the tops with egg yolk for a beautiful golden finish, and sprinkle your choice of seasoning such as salt, pepper, or seeds.
Bake the pies for another 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and flaky, releasing an intoxicating aroma in your kitchen.