This classic Canadian Pt la Rapure is a comforting, hearty casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. The dish features tender chicken simmered with aromatic vegetables, layered with a unique topping of grated potatoes cooked in rich chicken broth. The result is a creamy, savory texture similar to hushpuppies or cornmeal mush, but made with potatoes. Its a wonderful way to use up leftover chicken or roast a whole bird for a flavorful stock. Perfect for family dinners or cold winter evenings, this recipe offers a nostalgic taste of home cooking.
Pate A La Rapure (Grated Pie (Canadian
Description
This classic Canadian Pt la Rapure is a comforting, hearty casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. The dish features tender chicken simmered with aromatic vegetables, layered with a unique topping of grated potatoes cooked in rich chicken broth. The result is a creamy, savory texture similar to hushpuppies or cornmeal mush, but made with potatoes. Its a wonderful way to use up leftover chicken or roast a whole bird for a flavorful stock. Perfect for family dinners or cold winter evenings, this recipe offers a nostalgic taste of home cooking.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut chicken into individual pieces and season with salt and pepper.
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Place chicken in a large saucepan and cover with cold water.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
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Add chopped onions, diced celery, grated carrot, thyme (or bay leaf), and salt and pepper to taste.
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Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until chicken is tender.
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While chicken cooks, peel and grate potatoes over a bowl of cold water.
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When chicken is cooked, remove it from the broth and set aside to cool slightly.
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Squeeze the grated potatoes in batches (1-2 cups at a time) using a piece of clean cotton cloth or cheesecloth until quite dry.
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Place the squeezed potatoes in a saucepan.
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Add enough boiling chicken broth to the potatoes to almost cover them.
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Stir thoroughly to mix the potatoes and broth.
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Salt lightly and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes until creamy.
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Grease an 8-inch square baking dish generously.
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Spread half of the potato mixture in the bottom of the pan.
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Bone the hot chicken and spread the meat over the potato layer.
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Cover the chicken with the remaining potato mixture.
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Combine the finely minced small onion, pepper, and diced salt pork.
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Sprinkle the onion and pork mixture over the top of the potatoes.
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Bake in a 350F (177C) oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
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Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 609.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.7g9%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
- Sodium 87.1mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 123.2g42%
- Dietary Fiber 21.0g84%
- Sugars 8.1g
- Protein 21.0g42%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.