French-Canadian Meat Pie

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 tsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/2 Yellow Onion (large, chopped)

1 Garlic (clove, finely chopped)

1 lb Lean Ground Pork

Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)

1/2 Yellow Potato (large, peeled, grated)

3 tbsps Chicken Broth

2 tbsps Bread Crumbs

1/16 tsp Chinese Five Spice

12 ozs Prepared Pie Crust

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and the garlic for two to three minutes or until softened.

2. Add the pork and cook for seven to 10 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Add the potatoes, broth, breadcrumbs, and Chinese five spice. Simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring frequently, until the potatoes begin to fall apart. Cover and refrigerate until completely chilled.

4. Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC).

5. Line a pie plate with a pie crust. Fill with meat mixture. Top with a second pie crust layer. Seal the edges and cut a small slit in the center. Repeat as needed.

6. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until golden. Enjoy!

   
   

 NOTES:

Leftovers

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. Freeze for up to three months.

Serving Size

A 9-inch (23 cm) pie pan was used to make four servings.

No Chinese Five Spice

Use nutmeg and cinnamon instead.

More Flavor

Use a mixture of ground meat like venison, lamb, turkey and/or beef.

Additional Toppings

Homemade ketchup and/or chutney.