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When you think of New Orleans, you think of soulful jazz, vibrant festivals, and food that warms the heart. At the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, or Jazz Fest, one treat stands out among the sea of culinary delights: the meat pie. These golden, crescent-shaped pies, likely the famous Natchitoches meat pies, are crispy on the outside and bursting with savory goodness inside. With this recipe, you can bring that Jazz Fest magic to your kitchen, or skip the work and order authentic pre- …

Authentic New Orleans Meat Pies: A Jazz Fest Favorite When you think of New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, you picture vibrant music, colorful crowds, and, of course, mouthwatering food. Among the stars of the fest are Natchitoches-style meat pies—flaky, crescent-shaped pastries stuffed with a spicy, savory blend of meats and seasonings that scream Louisiana. These handheld delights, with roots in Northern Louisiana, have become a beloved staple across the state, especially at Jazz …