French-Canadian Tourtière with a Twist

A savory pie filled with ground beef, potatoes, and aromatic spices, baked to golden perfection. A fusion of French and Canadian cuisine.

Ingredients

• 2, refrigerated Pie Shells
• 750g Lean Ground Beef
• 2 medium, peeled and diced small Potatoes
• 1 medium, chopped Yellow Onions
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1/2 tsp Ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp Dried savory
• 1/2 cup Beef broth
• 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 large, beaten (for egg wash) Egg
• To taste Salt and pepper
• 1 tbsp, unsalted (optional) Butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add lean ground beef, yellow onions, and garlic; cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until beef is browned and onions are translucent. Drain off any excess grease.
3. Stir in diced potatoes, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, dried thyme, dried savory, salt, and pepper. Add beef broth and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes are very tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit more broth.
4. Remove from heat and stir in butter (if using) for added richness.
5. Line a pie dish with one of the pie shells. Pour the beef and potato mixture into the pie shell.
6. Top with the second pie shell and crimp the edges to seal. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
7. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg.
8. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is heated through. Check the pie halfway through baking; if the crust is browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
9. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Serve with a side of mustard or relish.

Cuisine: Canadian/French

Suitability:

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 60 mins

Serving Size: 6

Meal Type: dinner