Tourtiere (Aka Meat Pie) Recipe

Name: Tourtiere (Aka Meat Pie)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 4 onions, chopped; 3 tablespoons/ 45 ml canola oil; 3 pounds/ 1 . 5 kg ground pork; 3 pounds/ 1 . 5 kg ground veal; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup/ 250 ml veal stock; 1/2 teaspoon/ 2 . 5 ml ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon/ 2 . 5 ml ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon/ 2 . 5 ml ground nutmeg; 4 potatoes, grated; 6 batches shortcrust pastry, recipe follows (or store-bought); 2 eggs beaten with a little water, for egg wash; Shortcrust Pastry; 2 1/4 cups/ 560 ml all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1/4 teaspoon/ 1 ml salt; 3/4 cup/ 180 ml cold unsalted butter, cubed; 6 tablespoons/ 90 ml ice water (approximately)

Servings: persons

4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 onions, chopped
3 tablespoons/ 45 ml canola oil
3 pounds/ 1 . 5 kg ground pork
3 pounds/ 1 . 5 kg ground veal
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup/ 250 ml veal stock
1/2 teaspoon/ 2 . 5 ml ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon/ 2 . 5 ml ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon/ 2 . 5 ml ground nutmeg
4 potatoes, grated
6 batches shortcrust pastry, recipe follows (or store-bought)
2 eggs beaten with a little water, for egg wash
Shortcrust Pastry
2 1/4 cups/ 560 ml all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/4 teaspoon/ 1 ml salt
3/4 cup/ 180 ml cold unsalted butter, cubed
6 tablespoons/ 90 ml ice water (approximately)

1
In a large saucepan, soften the garlic and onions in the oil. Add the pork and veal and continue cooking for about 15 minutes, stirring to crumble the meat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add the veal stock, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and potatoes and cook, stirring frequently, until the potatoes begin to fall apart, about 45 minutes. Let cool. Adjust the seasoning. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until completely chilled.
2
With the rack in the lowest position, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line six 9-inch (23-cm) pie plates with the pastry. Cover with the cooled meat mixture. Cover with a second crust. Brush with egg wash. Make an incision in the center. Press the edge to seal with a fork or your fingers. Bake until the crust is golden brown, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
3
Shortcrust Pastry:
4
In a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the butter and pulse for a few seconds at a time until the butter is the size of peas. Add the water and pulse again until the dough just begins to form. Add water as needed. Remove the dough from the food processor and form 2 discs. Cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. Roll out the dough on a floured work surface or between 2 sheets of parchment paper in a 1/8-inch (3 to 4-mm) thick sheet. Use the dough to make a 2-crust pie or line two 9 to 10-inch (23 to 25-cm) pie plates.

1569

kcal

Calories

112

Fat

113

Carbs

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 4 onions, chopped, 3 tablespoons/ 45 ml canola oil, 3 pounds/ 1 . 5 kg ground pork, and more.

Yes, Tourtiere (Aka Meat Pie) 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.

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Tourtiere (Aka Meat Pie)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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