How to Make Meat Pie | Tourtière Recipe

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: store-bought crust

Whole wheat crust adds fiber and nutrients.

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potato adds vitamins, while cauliflower is lower in carbs.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

Process 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder in a food processor.

Add 1 cup of cold, cubed butter and process until crumbly.

Add 5-7 tablespoons of cold water and process until the dough forms.

Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Boil 2 medium potatoes until soft, then mash and set aside.

Mix together 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard, 1 teaspoon thyme, salt, and black pepper to taste.

In a skillet, heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté 1 large chopped onion, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 2-3 minced garlic cloves for 4-5 minutes until translucent.

Add 2 pounds of ground meat and cook for 4-5 minutes until no longer pink.

Stir in the spice mixture and mix well.

Pour in 1 1/4 cups of beef broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

Add the mashed potatoes to the meat mixture and stir until well combined.

Remove from heat and let cool.

Divide the dough into two parts and roll out one part to fit into a pie dish, pressing the edges.

Fill the crust with the meat mixture.

Roll out the second part of the dough and place it over the filling, trimming excess dough.

Brush the top with beaten egg.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 55-60 minutes, covering with a pie shield or aluminum foil after 30-35 minutes.

Let cool for at least 1 hour before serving.

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