What makes a really good Cornish pasty?

Answer 1

Firstly the best Cornish pasty must always be made in Cornwall that why it is called a Cornish pasty. Secondly it must be made with Cornish ingredients which includes skirt beef (skirt is a type of steak). Thirdly the ingredients must be put in the pastry in the right order: sliced potatoes, chopped swede/turnip, cut beef and chopped onions last. Lastly it must be crimped well so none of its insides fall out. Also if you want it to be a proper Cornish pasty it must be made by a Cornish man!

Trivia

How can you tell the difference between a Cornish Pasty and a Devon pasty?

A Cornish pasty the seal goes over the top and a Devonshire pasty it goes around the side.

Answer 2

A Cornish pasty (or pastie) is a small, savoury pie. It normally contains meat and vegetables. Here is a link to a recipe: http://www.cornishlight.co.uk/cornish-pasty.htm

Answer 3

Cornish pasties (rhymes with "nasties") usually contain beef, potatoes, onions and turnips. Many other combinations of different meats and vegetables can be used to make pasties.