Not Quite Traditional Tourtiere but Almost

Discover the comforting warmth of "Not Quite Traditional Tourtiere but Almost," a delightful spin on the classic French-Canadian meat pie. This recipe marries ground pork and beef with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, delivering a filling that’s both savory and subtly spiced. Grated potato adds a touch of traditional heartiness, while finely chopped onion, celery, and garlic bring depth to each bite. Encased in a buttery, golden pie crust and finished with an egg wash for a glossy sheen, this tourtiere is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. Ready in just over an hour, it provides a flavorful, easy-to-make centerpiece for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium potato, peeled and grated
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon allspice
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup beef or chicken stock
• 2 pieces store-bought or homemade pie crusts
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork and ground beef together until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the grated potato, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the beef or chicken stock and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is moist but not too wet and the flavors are well combined. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 6

Roll out one of the pie crusts and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim any excess dough that hangs over the edge.

Step 7

Spoon the meat filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Place the second pie crust over the top of the filling. Trim, seal, and crimp the edges of the crusts together to form a tight seal.

Step 9

Cut small slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 10

Brush the top crust with the beaten egg to give it a golden, glossy finish.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and flaky.

Step 12

Let the tourtiere cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1734.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3713.4

Total Fat 246.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 896.8mg	0%
Sodium 4287.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 219.2g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 342.4mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2828.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 17.7%