Tortiere

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of traditional Tourtière, a classic French-Canadian meat pie perfect for holidays, special gatherings, or cozy family dinners. This hearty dish features a savory blend of ground pork and beef, delicately seasoned with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, which give it its signature taste. Mashed potato and broth create a luscious, moist filling encased in a flaky, golden pie crust—homemade or store-bought, your choice! With its crispy exterior and aromatic filling, this tourtière is a showstopping centerpiece that pairs beautifully with pickled beets or a crisp green salad. Ready in under 90 minutes, this comforting, nostalgic dish will transport your taste buds straight to Québec.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Potato
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons Allspice
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Chicken or beef broth
• 1 Egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel and dice the potato. Place it in a small pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and mash the potato. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork and ground beef until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the cinnamon, cloves, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and evenly coat the meat with the spices.

Step 6

Add the mashed potato and broth to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 5 minutes, until the mixture is moist but not soupy. Remove the skillet from the heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.

Step 7

Roll out one sheet of pie crust and line a 9-inch pie dish with it. Spoon the cooled meat filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Roll out the second sheet of pie crust and place it over the filling. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal the pie. Cut a few small slits in the top crust to vent steam.

Step 9

Brush the top crust with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your homemade tourtière with a green salad or pickled beets on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1605.9 grams (1605.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4579

Total Fat 290.20g	372%
Saturated Fat 102.40g	512%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 759mg	253%
Sodium 5469mg	238%
Total Carbohydrate 286.30g	104%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 17.30g
Protein 195.20g	390%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 291mg	22%
Iron 20mg	108%
Potassium 1643mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 25.2%