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Michigan Pasties

A delicious blend of flavors wrapped in a flaky crust, perfect for cozy evenings or a hearty lunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup cold water
Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef or pork
  • 1 cup potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 cup rutabaga or turnip peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Add the chilled butter to the flour mixture and work it until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions until translucent.
  6. In a bowl, combine the cooked onions with the ground meat, potatoes, rutabaga, salt, and pepper.
  7. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick.
  8. Cut the rolled dough into circles, fill with the meat mixture, and fold over.
  9. Seal the edges by crimping with a fork.
  10. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the pasties on a baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

Serve with sour cream, pickled vegetables, or a fresh garden salad.