Foldovers
Discover the ultimate comfort food with these Golden Vegetable and Cheese Foldovers, a delightful fusion of flaky, buttery pastry and a savory, cheesy vegetable filling. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, these handheld treats are made from scratch with a tender homemade pastry dough and a hearty mix of spinach, carrots, and cheddar cheese seasoned to perfection. Each foldover is brushed with an egg wash for a beautifully golden crust that’s irresistibly crisp and flaky. Quick to make with just 30 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of baking, these versatile pastries are ideal for parties, picnics, or even busy weeknights. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a satisfying and portable dish that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for filling)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
To make the pastry dough, combine all-purpose flour and salt in a large bowl.
Add cold, cubed butter to the bowl. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, incorporate the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
To prepare the filling, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the grated carrot and chopped spinach, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender and most of the moisture has evaporated.
Season the filling with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Once cooled, mix the shredded cheddar cheese into the vegetable mixture.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Cut the dough into 6-inch circles. Reroll scraps as needed to make additional circles.
Place a spoonful of the filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a border around the edges.
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling, creating a semicircle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
Transfer the foldovers to the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each foldover with the beaten egg to ensure a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the foldovers are golden brown.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 652 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
