Classic Tourtière
Cooking With KidsA classic, comforting North American pastry featuring a rich meat filling infused with warm aromatic spices, all encased in a crisp, golden shortcrust shell. This dish presents a masterful harmony of deep flavors and textures, serving as an impressive and satisfying centerpiece for elegant entertaining or a refined family gathering.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Heat oil on medium-high heat in a large sauté pan or skillet, then sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the ground 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. Remove the pan from 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, stable filling that slices perfectly, add a cooked, mashed potato to the meat mixture. It absorbs excess moisture and keeps the pie juicy inside the crust. For a festive touch, serve your pie with homemade onion jam or fruit chutney. You can also swap some of the beef for ground lamb for a deeper, more traditional flavor.
Culinary reasoning
A classic, comforting North American pastry featuring a rich meat filling infused with warm aromatic spices, all encased in a crisp, golden shortcrust shell. This dish presents a masterful harmony of deep flavors and textures, serving as an impressive and satisfying centerpiece for elegant entertaining or a refined family gathering.
