French Pork Pie

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, mix together the ground pork, cloves, cinnamon, onion, salt, bay leaf and water.

2. 2

   (The water will help break up the raw pork.)

3. 3

   Simmer over medium-low heat for about 3 hours, or until the water has evaporated.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and discard the bay leaf.

5. 5

   Towards the end of the pork cooking time, place the potatoes into a separate saucepan and fill with enough water to cover.

6. 6

   Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

7. 7

   Drain and mash potatoes.

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   When the pork is done, stir the mashed potatoes into that pan until evenly blended.

9. 9

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

10. 10

    Line a 9-inch pie plates with bottom crusts.

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    Add pork filling into the pie crust.

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    Cover with the top crust and seal the edges.

13. 13

    Bake for 45 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.