Upper Peninsula Pasties Recipe

Name: Upper Peninsula Pasties
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups shortening; 2 cups boiling water; 5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons salt; 6 medium red potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled; 2 small rutabagas (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled; 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 pound ground pork; 2 medium onions, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces; 3 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons pepper; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/4 cup butter; Half-and-half cream or a lightly beaten large egg, optional

Servings: persons

2 cups shortening
2 cups boiling water
5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
6 medium red potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled
2 small rutabagas (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
2 medium onions, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/4 cup butter
Half-and-half cream or a lightly beaten large egg, optional

1
In a large bowl, stir shortening and water until shortening is melted. Gradually stir in flour and salt until a very soft dough is formed; cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours.
2
Cut potatoes and rutabagas into 1/8- or 1/4-inch cubes; do not make cubes too large or they will not cook properly. Gently combine ground pork and beef; break into small crumbles. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, rutabagas, onions, meat mixture and seasonings.
3
Divide dough into 12 equal portions. On a floured surface, roll out one portion at a time into a 8-in. circle. Mound 1-1/2 to 2 cups filling on half of each circle; dot with 1 teaspoon butter. Moisten edges with water; carefully fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal.
4
Place on ungreased
5
. Cut several slits in top of pasties. If desired, brush with cream or beaten egg. Bake at 350u00b0 until golden brown, about 1 hour. Cool on wire racks. Serve hot or cold. Store in the refrigerator.

2168

kcal

Calories

167

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups shortening, 2 cups boiling water, 5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Upper Peninsula Pasties falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Upper Peninsula Pasties

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