Johanne's Tourtiere Recipe

Name: Johanne's Tourtiere
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 12 lb ground pork; ¾ cup water; ¾ cup diced onion; ¾ cup celery; 2 garlic cloves; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon savory; ¼ teaspoon thyme; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground cloves; 1 bay leaf; ½ cup mashed potatoes; 1 pastry for a double-crust 9-inch pie; 1 egg yolk; 1 tablespoon milk

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
12 lb ground pork
¾ cup water
¾ cup diced onion
¾ cup celery
2 garlic cloves
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon savory
¼ teaspoon thyme
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 bay leaf
½ cup mashed potatoes
1 pastry for a double-crust 9-inch pie
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon milk

1
In large, heavy saucepan combine pork, beef, water, onions, celery and garlic.
2
Cook over medium high heat until bubbling, stirring to break up the meat.
3
Cook until the meat has browned.
4
Add spices, and reduce heat.
5
Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Remove the bay leaf, and stir in the mashed potatoes.
7
Add a bit more salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
8
Let the mixture cool, stirring occasionally.
9
The mixture will thicken as it cools.
10
Fill pastry shell with meat mixture.
11
Cover with pastry, seal and crimp edges, cutting steam vents in the top of the crust.
12
Combine egg yolk and milk and brush the top of the pastry with glaze.
13
Bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 375 and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

4028

kcal

Calories

311

Fat

Carbs

272

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 12 lb ground pork, ¾ cup water, ¾ cup diced onion, and more.

Yes, Johanne's Tourtiere 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.

Johanne's Tourtiere

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