Mom’s Meat Pie (Tourtière à Ma Mère)

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 12
Mom's Meat Pie (Tourtière à Ma Mère) - A Classic French-Canadian Comfort Food Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2/3 cup ground pork
1/3 cup ground veal
1 small onion
1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon savory
1/4 teaspoon celery seed ( or celery pepper if you can find )
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup water
1 pie crust ( top and bottom )
1 egg , beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
480
Sugar
1g
Fat
33g
Mom's Meat Pie, also known as Tourtière à Ma Mère, is a classic French-Canadian comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. The dish was originally made with game meat, but over time, pork and veal became the primary proteins used. The combination of warm spices, savory, and garlic give this meat pie a unique flavor that is comforting and hearty. The dish is often served during the holiday season and is a staple tradition in many French-Canadian households. It's a great dish to serve as a main course for dinner or as leftovers for lunch the next day.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine ground pork, ground veal, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, savory, celery seed (or celery pepper), and ground cloves until completely mixed.
3.Place mixture in a saucepan and add water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the meat is cooked through and the mixture is thickened.
4.Roll out the bottom pie crust and place in a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the cooled meat mixture into the crust.
5.Roll out the top crust and place it over the meat mixture. Seal the edges of the pie.
6.Cut several slits in the top crust to vent the steam. Brush the top crust with beaten egg.
7.Bake for 25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

Mom’s Meat Pie is a delicious and hearty comfort food that is perfect for cold winter nights.
It’s easy to make and tastes great the next day too.
The combination of pork and veal with savory and spices creates a robust flavor that will satisfy your taste buds.

CONS

This recipe is high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meat pie is rich in protein and iron, which is essential for healthy blood and muscle function. The use of savory, celery seed, and garlic in the recipe also provides a range of health benefits including reducing inflammation and promoting digestive health. Serve with a side of green salad or roasted vegetables to balance out the meal.

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