Tourtiere Du Lac St-Jean

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10

A Hearty and Delicious French Canadian Tourtiere Du Lac St-Jean Recipe

by The Chefin Meates

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 lbs ground pork
	2 lbs hamburger meat
	15 lbs peeled and cubed potatoes ( do n't cube too big or too small 3/4 an inch is good )
	2 cans campbell 's condensed vegetable soup ( optional )
	3/4 cup liquid , beef bouillon concentrate only use if not using the soup listed above
	8 -10 cups water
	1 package Pillsbury ready made pie dough ( or your own )
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

620

Sugar

Fat

41g

Tourtiere Du Lac St-Jean is a traditional French Canadian meat pie that originates from the Lac Saint-Jean region of Quebec. It's usually served during the winter months and is a popular holiday meal. The dish is made from a combination of ground pork and hamburger meat with potatoes and beef bouillon. The pie is typically baked until golden brown and served hot. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a comforting and filling meal that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 425°F.
2.	Brown both the hamburger meat and ground pork in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
3.	Once browned, drain the meat mixture in a colander to remove any excess grease.
4.	Add the meat mixture back to the skillet and add the cubed potatoes. Cook on medium heat until the potatoes are soft.
5.	Add the beef bouillon concentrate and water (or canned soup) to the skillet and stir until well combined.
6.	Remove the mixture from the heat and add salt and pepper to taste.
7.	Roll out the pie dough and line a 9-inch pie dish. Add the meat mixture to the pie crust.
8.	Cover with the remaining dough and pinch the edges to seal.
9.	Cut a few slits in the top of the pie to allow steam to escape while baking.
10.	Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Tourtiere Du Lac St-Jean is a delicious and hearty meat pie that can feed a crowd.
It’s perfect for holiday gatherings or as a comforting meal on a cold winter’s night.
The combination of ground pork and hamburger meat with potatoes and savory beef bouillon creates a warm and filling dish that is sure to please.

CONS

Tourtiere Du Lac St-Jean is a high-calorie dish that is not suitable for those on a low-fat or low-carb diet.
It’s also not vegetarian-friendly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest dish, Tourtiere Du Lac St-Jean does have some nutritional value. The meal provides a good source of protein from the ground pork and hamburger meat. Potatoes are also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as potassium and vitamin C.