Home Made Pork Pie #porkpie #frugal #cooking #homemade

pork fat

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: chicken fat

Chicken fat is less expensive and can provide moisture, though flavor differs.

shortcrust pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: store-bought pastry

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

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

pork jelly

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is lighter, while chicken broth is often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add ground pork and beef, cooking until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in diced potatoes, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cloves; cook for another 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

Roll out pie crust and line a pie dish with half of it.

Fill the crust with the meat mixture, spreading evenly.

Cover with the remaining crust, sealing the edges well.

Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Brush the top with a mixture of beaten egg and milk.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.

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