Natchitoches Meat Pies

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The Natchitoches meat pies are famous in Louisiana and a 'must eat' when there. They are so good and a perfect little lunch. Cook time is an estimate, keep an eye on them.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
15
Yield:
15 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

  • 1 pinch garlic powder

  • 1 (15 ounce) package store-bought refrigerated pie dough, at room temperature

  • 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat; whisk in flour, and cook until flour turns from white to a nutty brown color, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in onion and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Add meats and brown until no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes; stir in Cajun seasoning and garlic powder; drain fat. Cool to room temperature.

  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Use a 5 inch diameter round cookie cutter or cut around a saucer to make a round of dough. Place a heaping tablespoon of meat filling in the center of each round. Fold dough over filling and seal edges closed by pressing with a fork or fingers. Repeat to make 15 pies, re-rolling dough scraps as needed.

  3. Heat oil for frying in deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  4. Deep fry pies in small batches until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Or bake pies on greased cookie sheets in preheated 350 degree F (175 degrees C) oven 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Editor's Note

The nutritional analysis for this recipe reflects an estimated 10% of the oil for frying as well as the full amount of the coating and breading. Therefore the values represented may not be accurate.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

338 Calories
27g Fat
13g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 15
Calories 338
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g 34%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 455mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 11g 22%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 169mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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