Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

potatoes

peeled

1 lb

ground pork

0.5 cup

onion

finely chopped

0.5 cup

beef broth

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 unit

bay leaf

0.25 tsp

ground ginger

1 recipe

pastry

Step 1
~4 min

Peel and cut potatoes into pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

Boil potatoes in water for 20 minutes, or until tender.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain the potatoes.

Step 4
~4 min

Mash the drained potatoes.

Step 5
~4 min

Brown ground pork in a pan.

Step 6
~4 min

Drain off excess fat from the browned pork.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir in finely chopped onion, beef broth, minced garlic, bay leaf, ground ginger, salt, and pepper into the browned pork.

Step 8
~4 min

Cover the pan and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9
~4 min

Discard the bay leaf from the meat mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Stir in the mashed potatoes into the meat mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 12
~4 min

Roll out half of the pastry dough into a 12-inch circle.

Step 13
~4 min

Line a 9-inch pie pan with the rolled pastry.

Step 14
~4 min

Trim the edges of the pastry even with the rim of the pie pan.

Step 15
~4 min

Fill the pastry-lined pie pan with the meat mixture.

Step 16
~4 min

Roll out the remaining pastry dough.

Step 17
~4 min

Cut slits in the rolled pastry dough.

Step 18
~4 min

Place the slitted pastry on top of the filling.

Step 19
~4 min

Trim the edges of the top pastry to 1/2 inch beyond the rim of the pie pan.

Step 20
~4 min

Seal and flute the edges of the pie.

Step 21
~4 min

Bake the pie in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a high-quality pastry for best results.

Let the filling cool completely before filling the pie crust to prevent a soggy bottom.

Brush the crust with an egg wash before baking for a golden-brown finish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled a day ahead and baked before serving.

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.

Accompany with cranberry sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Cranberry Sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Quebec, Canada

Cultural Significance

Traditional dish often served during holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Family Dinner
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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