What is this British dish?

A pasty is a traditional British pastry filled with meat and vegetables, often associated with Cornwall in southwest England. It consists of a folded, half-moon-shaped pastry shell, crimped along the edges to seal in a filling of diced or minced meat (typically beef or lamb), potatoes, onions, and sometimes swede (rutabaga). The ingredients are seasoned with salt and pepper, then baked until the pastry becomes golden and flaky. Pasties are often eaten hot, either as a meal on the go or served with accompaniments like gravy or ketchup. They are beloved for their hearty, savory filling and portable nature, making them a popular choice for miners and workers in Cornwall's mining history.

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