Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 lb

lean ground pork

1 lb

lean ground beef

2 cup

onions

finely chopped

2 tsp

salt

3 unit

potatoes

cooked and mashed

2 unit

pie crust

1 tsp

celery salt

1.75 tsp

ground pepper

0.5 tsp

sage

1 cup

water

1 tsp

poultry seasoning

Step 1
~6 min

Combine ground pork and ground beef in a large pan.

Step 2
~6 min

Add finely chopped onions and cook, stirring, until the meat is browned.

Step 3
~6 min

Drain off any excess fat.

Step 4
~6 min

Stir in poultry seasoning, salt, celery salt, ground pepper, sage, and water.

Step 5
~6 min

Cover the pan and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6
~6 min

Uncover the pan and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 7
~6 min

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the mashed potatoes.

Step 8
~6 min

Prepare pie crust for 2 pies

Step 9
~6 min

Fill the pie crusts with the meat and potato mixture.

Step 10
~6 min

Bake until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Allow the meat mixture to cool slightly before filling the pie crusts to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Brush the top of the pie crust with egg wash for a golden-brown finish.

Serve warm with a side of cranberry sauce or gravy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meat filling can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cranberry Sauce
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Quebec

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish served during holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Holiday Dinner
Family Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

75/100

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