Upper Peninsula of Michigan Original Pasties

Transport yourself to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with these hearty, traditional pasties—handheld savory pies filled with rustic flavors and rich history. Encased in a flaky, buttery crust, these iconic pastries are brimming with a delicious mix of tender diced russet potatoes, earthy rutabaga, sweet carrot, and savory yellow onion, paired with a blend of ground beef and pork for a robust filling. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper and baked to golden perfection, these pasties are the ultimate comfort food. Whether served warm for a hearty meal or enjoyed on the go, this authentic pasty recipe is a timeless treasure that brings the heart of Michigan's culinary heritage to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup cold water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 medium (peeled and diced) russet potatoes
• 1 medium (peeled and diced) rutabaga
• 1 large (peeled and diced) carrot
• 1 (chopped) yellow onion
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon additional salt
• 1 (beaten, for egg wash) egg

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Cut the unsalted butter and shortening into small pieces. Add them to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to incorporate until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold water a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions, shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the diced russet potatoes, diced rutabaga, diced carrot, and chopped onion.

Step 5

Add the ground beef, ground pork, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper to the vegetable mix. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out each chilled dough disk into an 8-inch circle.

Step 8

Spoon about 1 cup of filling onto one side of each dough circle, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 9

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together and crimp them tightly to seal.

Step 10

Transfer the pasties to the prepared baking sheets. Use a sharp knife to cut a small slit in the top of each pasty to allow steam to escape.

Step 11

Brush the tops of the pasties with beaten egg to create a golden crust during baking.

Step 12

Bake the pasties in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.

Step 13

Remove the pasties from the oven and let them cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2850.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6842.1

Total Fat 438.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 159.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 59.2g
Cholesterol 956.9mg	0%
Sodium 5811.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 531.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 211.9g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 521.8mg	0%
Iron 40.6mg	0%
Potassium 6151.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.0%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 30.7%