Classic Tourtière
Cooking With KidsControlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. A classic, comforting North American pastry featuring a rich meat filling infused with warm aromatic spices, all encased in a crisp, golden shortcrust shell.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Heat oil on medium-high heat in a large sauté pan or frying pan, then sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced beef, pork, and spices and cook until the meat is browned.
- 2Add the beef broth and bring it up to a simmer then reduce heat to medium low. Add the grated potato and stir it in. Cook until liquid is almost absorbed, about 15 min. Remove the bay leaves and add salt to taste. Take the pan out of the heat and let the mixture cool completely — it bakes best if the filling is chilled.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 808
- Protein
- 77.7g
- Carbs
- 3.4g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- High-speed blender Ninja Vitamix
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Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
For a rich, firm filling that won't crumble when sliced, try adding a cooked, mashed potato to the meat. It absorbs any liquid and keeps the pie moist inside the pastry. You can substitute some of the beef for minced lamb for a deeper, more traditional flavour.
Culinary reasoning
Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. A classic, comforting North American pastry featuring a rich meat filling infused with warm aromatic spices, all encased in a crisp, golden shortcrust shell.
