Pastel de Michigan

Michigan pasty is a traditional specialty of Upper Michigan. It contains a crust that is filled with ground beef, ground pork, rutabaga, onions, potatoes, and carrots. The filling is typically seasoned only with salt and pepper, while the crust is prepared with flour, salt, water, and shortening. These pasties are often served with dips – there is still an ongoing debate about what to dip the pasty in – either ketchup or gravy.