Tourtiere is a beloved French-Canadian tradition, especially during the holidays. This savory meat pie features a rich, aromatic filling made with lean ground pork, kidney beans, and a blend of warm spices like nutmeg, allspice, and cloves. The texture is hearty and comforting, with tender meat and soft beans bound together by a flavorful stock. While traditionally served with a flaky double-crust pastry, the filling can also be enjoyed on its own. It 226;ÂÂs a perfect dish for family gatherings, cold winter evenings, or when you want a taste of rustic, home-style comfort food.
Tourtiere
Description
Tourtiere is a beloved French-Canadian tradition, especially during the holidays. This savory meat pie features a rich, aromatic filling made with lean ground pork, kidney beans, and a blend of warm spices like nutmeg, allspice, and cloves. The texture is hearty and comforting, with tender meat and soft beans bound together by a flavorful stock. While traditionally served with a flaky double-crust pastry, the filling can also be enjoyed on its own. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect dish for family gatherings, cold winter evenings, or when you want a taste of rustic, home-style comfort food.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and finely chopped onion.
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Stir-cook the meat and onion until the meat is no longer pink and the onion is softened.
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Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then return the meat mixture to the pan.
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Add the minced garlic, ground nutmeg, black pepper, crumbled sage, ground allspice, salt, and cloves.
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Pour in the chicken stock and stir to combine with the meat and spices.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the mashed cooked red kidney beans.
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Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the liquid has just evaporated and the filling is thick.
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Remove from heat. If making a pie, allow the filling to cool for about 30 minutes before assembling.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.1g25%
- Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
- Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
- Sodium 4945.8mg207%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.3g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 30.9g62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.