Pork Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1/2 pound bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground pork and cook until browned.
3. Add bacon, onion, celery, carrots, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Unfold puff pastry sheet and place on a lightly floured surface.
5. Spread pork mixture evenly over puff pastry.
6. Roll up puff pastry and place on a baking sheet.
7. Brush with beaten egg.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 calories per serving
• Fat: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Flaky crust
• Ideal for parties or gatherings

User Comments:

• "This pork pie was delicious and surprisingly easy to make."
• "The puff pastry crust was so flaky and the filling was rich and satisfying."
• "I loved the combination of flavors and textures."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use lean ground pork for a healthier dish.
• If you don't have puff pastry, use a refrigerated crescent roll dough instead.
• Allow the pork pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.