Finnish Meatloaf/Finnish Meat Pies Recipe

Name: Finnish Meatloaf/Finnish Meat Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter; 1 cup chopped mushroom; 12 cut minced onion; 4 slices rye bread, broken in small pieces; 1 lb ground beef; 12 lb ground ham (no salt is used because of the ham); 12 lb ground pork; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried cilantro; 1 cup grated gruyere cheese; ½ cup evaporated milk; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 pie crust, pastry round; 1 slice tomatoes; 1 slice onion; 1 tablespoon sour cream; 1 beaten egg; 1 teaspoon cold water

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped mushroom
12 cut minced onion
4 slices rye bread, broken in small pieces
1 lb ground beef
12 lb ground ham (no salt is used because of the ham)
12 lb ground pork
½ cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried cilantro
1 cup grated gruyere cheese
½ cup evaporated milk
½ teaspoon pepper
1 pie crust, pastry round
1 slice tomatoes
1 slice onion
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 beaten egg
1 teaspoon cold water

1
In frying pan add margarine, mushroom, onion and bread.
2
Fry until onion, mushrooms and bread are slightly browned.
3
In large bowl, mix meats together, add vegetables,bread pieces, parsley and 3/4 cup cheese.
4
Mix together.
5
Add evaporated milk and pepper and mix.
6
Place in loaf pan.
7
Add remaining cheese on top.
8
Preheat oven 350*.
9
Bake one hour.
10
For: Pies.
11
Roll out pie crust pastry for each slice.
12
Place slice or half slice on one half of pastry.
13
Add tomato, then onion, then sour cream.
14
Fold over.
15
Seal edges with the tines of a fork.
16
Make as many pies as desired.
17
In a cup, beat egg and water.
18
Brush egg wash over the pastries.
19
Preheat oven 425*.
20
Bake until golden brown about 20 minutes.
21
This is a basic satisfying taste recipe, no heart stopping spice, or zesty tomato or zingy hot pepper.
22
You will taste the cheese and that is the idea.
23
My personal addition is to add 1/2 tsp creamy horseradish sauce before I seal the edges of the pastry but it is not called for in the recipe.

6480

kcal

Calories

467

Fat

Carbs

513

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter, 1 cup chopped mushroom, 12 cut minced onion, 4 slices rye bread, broken in small pieces, and more.

Yes, Finnish Meatloaf/Finnish Meat Pies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Finnish Meatloaf/Finnish Meat Pies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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