Reuben Hand Pies

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400° F.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface roll dough out to an ⅛ inch thickness and cut out 2 circles, 6-7 inches in diameter (I used a plate as a template and cut with a knife – this doesn’t have to be exact). Place dough circles on a parchment lined baking sheet and refrigerate while you re-roll the scraps. You should get five circles in total with a couple scraps leftover.

Step 3

To assemble take one dough circle and spread 1 tablespoon of 1000 island dressing on half of the dough, leaving a ½ inch border.

Step 4

Place a slice of cheese, folded in half, on top of the dressing. Layer on 2 slices of corned beef and 2 tablespoons of sauerkraut. Top with another slice of cheese.

Step 5

Fold the dough over the filling and crimp with a fork to seal the pie.

Step 6

Pop the pies back onto the parchment lined baking sheet and freeze for ten minutes.

Step 7

Lightly brush the pies with the beaten egg, cut a few slits in the top of each pie with a sharp knife, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and sesame seeds.

Step 8

Bake on the middle rack for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 9

Let cool for 10 minutes and serve with 1000 island dressing.