Family Tourtiere Christmas Meat Pie French Canadian Recipe

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: store-bought crust

Whole wheat crust adds fiber, while store-bought saves time.

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while cauliflower is lower in carbs.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added calories, while dried are more economical.

Roll out the bottom pie crust and prepare it in the pie dish.

In a bowl, combine 1/2 pound of ground beef and 1/2 pound of ground pork.

Add 1/3 cup of finely chopped onions, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper to the meat mixture.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the meat mixture until the pink is gone, about 5-7 minutes.

Add 1/4 cup of water to the meat to keep it moist while cooking.

Let the meat cool slightly after cooking.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).

Fill the prepared pie crust with the meat mixture, spreading it evenly.

Cover with the top pie crust and seal the edges without cutting slits for steam.

Brush the top with an egg wash made from 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

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