Whether you grew up four decades ago or you’ve barely reached the legal drinking age, you know that growing up in the Treasure State means you were subject to some classic dishes during your formative years. While it’s not without its vegetarians and other alternative eaters, Montana is definitely a meat and potatoes state, and we wouldn’t want it any other way. How many of these dishes made it into your adulthood menu rotation?
- Steak
With Wind / Flickr Whether it be a filet from a famous steakhouse or a sirloin fresh from the grill, steak has always been a staple in Montana. Considering we have a thriving cattle industry, this makes sense.
- Trout
Andy2Boyz / Flickr Not all Montanans love this tasty freshwater fish, of course – but if you grew up in a fly fishing family, it was almost certainly a dinnertime staple.
- Huckleberry Pie
George Wesley & Bonita Dannells / Flickr Huckleberries are so prominent in Western Montana, it’s common to see this scrumptious dessert at summer BBQs, parties, and on restaurant menus. We are very thankful for this.
- Chicken fried steak
Dave Hensley / Flickr No matter what part of the state you call home, you’ll find chicken fried steak on every downhome diner menu. You may even attempt to make it at home.
- Flathead cherries
julie / Flickr If you grew up in Montana, summer meant waiting for Flathead cherry season to start. If you were lucky, you stopped and picked some up on the way to Glacier National Park.
- Wilcoxson’s Ice Cream
Kimberly Vardeman / Flickr Wilcoxson’s has been a Treasure State staple for decades. Considering they’re the supplier for nearly every major ice cream shop in the state, it’s safe to say they’re ingrained in our childhoods.
- Burgers
Ian Turk / Flickr Sure, people all over America grow up eating burgers. But until you’ve had a Montana burger, you’ve been eating second-rate meat.
- Bison
Samuel Hansen / Flickr Whether it be in burger or steak form, we love our bison here in Montana… but please, call it buffalo.
- Jerky
Chris Tan / Flickr Whether you grew up in a hunting family or just made friends with those who did, you probably have seen more jerky being made than most. Hopefully you learned to love this meaty delicacy, because it’s definitely a staple in our state.
This is a brief list of Montana staples, but it’s certainly not a complete one. What tasty delicacies would you add?
With Wind / Flickr
Whether it be a filet from a famous steakhouse or a sirloin fresh from the grill, steak has always been a staple in Montana. Considering we have a thriving cattle industry, this makes sense.
Andy2Boyz / Flickr
Not all Montanans love this tasty freshwater fish, of course – but if you grew up in a fly fishing family, it was almost certainly a dinnertime staple.
George Wesley & Bonita Dannells / Flickr
Huckleberries are so prominent in Western Montana, it’s common to see this scrumptious dessert at summer BBQs, parties, and on restaurant menus. We are very thankful for this.
Dave Hensley / Flickr
No matter what part of the state you call home, you’ll find chicken fried steak on every downhome diner menu. You may even attempt to make it at home.
julie / Flickr
If you grew up in Montana, summer meant waiting for Flathead cherry season to start. If you were lucky, you stopped and picked some up on the way to Glacier National Park.
Kimberly Vardeman / Flickr
Wilcoxson’s has been a Treasure State staple for decades. Considering they’re the supplier for nearly every major ice cream shop in the state, it’s safe to say they’re ingrained in our childhoods.
Ian Turk / Flickr
Sure, people all over America grow up eating burgers. But until you’ve had a Montana burger, you’ve been eating second-rate meat.
Samuel Hansen / Flickr
Whether it be in burger or steak form, we love our bison here in Montana… but please, call it buffalo.
Chris Tan / Flickr
Whether you grew up in a hunting family or just made friends with those who did, you probably have seen more jerky being made than most. Hopefully you learned to love this meaty delicacy, because it’s definitely a staple in our state.
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