French Meat Pie (Tourtiere)
French Meat Pie, also called Tourtiere, is a classic French-Canadian dish that combines potatoes, onions, and spices, all enveloped in a buttery pie crust. Tourtiere is often served at the holidays and specifically Canadian Thanksgiving where it is served in smaller slices alongside the Turkey and trimmings.
8 servings
231kcal
Ingredients
- Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
- 1 egg , beaten (for pie crust) [See Note 1]
For the Filling:
- 1-1/4 pounds ground pork
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup lumpy mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup grated onion
- 3 garlic cloves , minced
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/8 (pinch) teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water , divided
- 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 egg , beaten
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork and ground beef along with the onion and garlic until the meat is no longer pink; drain excess fat. Stir in the mashed potatoes, seasonings, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer; cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Stir in bread crumbs. Combine egg and remaining water; stir into meat mixture.
Notes
- Brush uncooked top pie pastry with eggwash (or milk) to promote browning. May omit without substitution.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 234mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 1.2% | Vitamin C: 5% | Calcium: 3.7% | Iron: 13.7%
