MEAT PIE (TOURTIERE)

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Raised in Quebec Tourtiere was a big Christmas favourite.I created this recipe using a combination of flavours from my Aunt, and my second Mum's recipes. I usually make this recipe from memory, but had so many requests for the recipe, that I decided to write it out to share- Enjoy!!!!

Provided by Lovecookin

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 5h30m

Yield 1 pies, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb ground lean pork
1 large onion (diced fine)
1 stalk celery (diced fine)
1 large potato (small cubes)
4 garlic cloves (crushed)
6 whole cloves
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon sage
1 dash pepper
24 ounces beef bouillon
pie crust, top and bottom

Steps:

  • In large pot brown ground meat-drain well-add onion, celery, potatoe, garlic, cloves, allspice, sage, pepper-mix well.
  • Add bouillon-bring to boil and then simmer on low heat for 3-4 hours.
  • This recipe works equally as well in a slow cooker.
  • Use a potato masher to mash meat/potato mixture to desired consistancy.
  • Drain off excess liquid-cool meat mixture& remove any visible cloves.
  • Fill the bottom shell , cover with top crust, seal edges and score to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake at 425 for approximately 45 mins or until the crust is golden brown.

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