Da Yooper Pasties
Transport your taste buds to Michigan's Upper Peninsula with "Da Yooper Pasties," a hearty, hand-held comfort food that's as satisfying as it is iconic. Featuring a flaky, golden crust made from scratch, these savory pies are packed with a flavorful filling of ground beef, ground pork, diced potatoes, rutabaga, and onions, seasoned with a pinch of thyme for a rustic touch. Perfectly baked to achieve a crisp exterior and warm, tender interior, these pasties are a versatile meal option—ideal for a cozy dinner, a portable lunch, or even a road trip snack. With an easy-to-follow recipe and just an hour of baking time, you can recreate this beloved Midwest classic right in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt (for crust)
- 1 cup butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup water (cold)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 2 medium russet potatoes (diced small)
- 0.5 cup rutabaga (diced small)
- 1 medium onion (diced small)
- 1.5 teaspoons salt (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon thyme (dried)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt for the crust.
Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the cold water gradually, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overwork.
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions, flatten into disks, and wrap each tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, diced potatoes, rutabaga, onion, 1.5 teaspoons of salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Mix well to create the filling.
On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion of dough into a circle about 1/8-inch thick and 8-9 inches in diameter.
Spoon about 1 cup of the filling into the center of the dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a semi-circle and crimp the edges tightly to seal.
Place the prepared pasty on the baking sheet and repeat with remaining dough and filling.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water to make the egg wash. Brush each pasty with the egg wash to ensure a golden crust.
Using a sharp knife, cut two small slits on the top of each pasty to release steam during baking.
Bake the pasties in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
Remove the pasties from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your Da Yooper Pasties warm or at room temperature. They're perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack on the go!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 194 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 971 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 815 mg | 17% | |
*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.
