43. Montana: Pasties
Pasties in Montana are a hearty meat pie brought over by Cornish miners in the late 19th century. These handheld pastries are traditionally filled with beef, potatoes, onions, and sometimes rutabaga, all wrapped in a flaky, golden crust Originally designed as a portable lunch for miners, pasties became popular across Montana, especially in mining towns like Butte. Today, they remain a beloved comfort food, often served with brown gravy or ketchup, representing the state’s immigrant heritage and working-class roots.
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