Turkey Breast Pie for Passover Recipe

Name: Turkey Breast Pie for Passover
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 each matzo crackers regular; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth cold; 1 1/2 pounds turkey breast ground or cubed; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 1 dash nutmeg; 1 each bay leaves; 1 teaspoon sage or 2 large fresh leaves; 1 each garlic cloves large; 1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves dried, wrapped in cheese cloth; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 large eggs lightly beaten; 1 x matzo meal *; 3 each egg yolks

Servings: persons

2 each matzo crackers regular
1 1/2 cups chicken broth cold
1 1/2 pounds turkey breast ground or cubed
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 dash nutmeg
1 each bay leaves
1 teaspoon sage or 2 large fresh leaves
1 each garlic cloves large
1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves dried, wrapped in cheese cloth
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 large eggs lightly beaten
1 x matzo meal *
3 each egg yolks

1
*Matzots and mastza meal may be bought in Jewish grocery stores and many supermarkets.
2
Break matzot directly into a shallow bowl and pour borth over them.
3
In a large saucepan, place meat and oil and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
4
Add bay leaf, sage, garlic and rosemary and saute, stirring frequently until meat is dark brown on all sides.
5
(If dried sage is used, enclose it in the cheese cloth with the rosemary.
6
If you are using ground turkey, add garlic and bay leaf to cheese cloth bundle.)
7
Transfer meat to a dis to cool.
8
Remove and discard bay leaf, sage, garlic and rosemary.
9
Add nuts to saucepan with oil and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
10
Drain excess liquid from the Matzot, but do not squeeze dry.
11
Add soaked matzot to the saucepan and turn heat off.
12
If using cubed turkey breast, grit it now and return to the saucepan.
13
Add beaten eggs and mix thoroughly.
14
Oil a 9-inch cake pan and sprinkle with matza meal.
15
Pour meat mixture into pan, level with a spatula.
16
With a small ladle, make three depressions near the centre and place 1 egg yolk in each.
17
Bake in 375F (190C) oven for 1/2 hour.

1053

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 each matzo crackers regular, 1 1/2 cups chicken broth cold, 1 1/2 pounds turkey breast ground or cubed, 1/2 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Turkey Breast Pie for Passover 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!

Turkey Breast Pie for Passover

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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