My Mom’s Cretons (Aka Gorton) and Tourtiere

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 1

A classic French-Canadian dish of ground pork and spices served with meat pie

My Mom’s Cretons (Aka Gorton) and Tourtiere

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hours 30 min

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

680

Sugar

Fat

51g

Cretons and Tourtiere are classic French-Canadian dishes often enjoyed during the holiday season and at family gatherings. Cretons is a spread made from pork, onions, and spices and is typically served cold on toast. Tourtiere, on the other hand, is a meat pie made with a spiced pork filling. Both dishes have been a part of French-Canadian cuisine for generations and are a delicious way to experience traditional Quebecois flavors. This recipe combines the two dishes for a hearty and filling meal that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	For the Cretons:
2.	In a large pot, cook the ground pork over medium-high heat until browned.
3.	Add the onion, allspice, clove, cinnamon, pepper, and salt and stir to combine.
4.	Add the water and stir to combine again.
5.	Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 hours, until the liquid has been absorbed and the mixture has thickened.
6.	Remove from heat and let cool completely before serving.
7.	For the Tourtiere:
8.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
9.	Roll out the pie crust dough and line a 9-inch pie dish with it.
10.	In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, onion, allspice, clove, cinnamon, salt, and pepper, mixing until well combined.
11.	Pour the mixture into the pie crust and cover with the second pie crust, using a fork to seal the edges.
12.	Cut a few slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape.
13.	Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.

PROS

This classic French-Canadian dish is rich in flavor and provides a satisfying meal for any occasion.

The combination of ground pork and spices, paired with meat pie, makes a filling and hearty dish.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories, making it best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not the healthiest dish in terms of fat and calories, pork is a good source of protein and essential nutrients like iron and zinc.
The spices used in this recipe, including allspice and cinnamon, have been linked to a number of health benefits such as reducing inflammation and improving digestion.

	3 lbs ground pork butt ( or ground pork )
	1 medium onion ( chopped fine )
	1 tablespoon allspice
	1/2 teaspoon clove
	1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
	2 cups water ( you may not need it all )
	1/8 teaspoon pepper
	1/2 teaspoon salt