Tourtiere (French Pork Pie)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground veal
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Difficulty Level:

3 (moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the pork, beef, veal, onion, celery, carrot, white wine, heavy cream, thyme, rosemary, pepper, and salt. Mix well.
3. Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie plate.
4. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
5. Place the puff pastry over the filling and trim the edges.
6. Crimp the edges to seal.
7. Cut a few slits in the top of the pastry.
8. Bake for 1 hour, or until the pastry is golden brown and the meat is cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Fat: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful French-inspired dish
• Perfect for a special occasion or a hearty meal
• Rich and creamy filling encased in a flaky puff pastry crust

User Comments:

• "This tourtiere is absolutely delicious! The filling is well-seasoned and the pastry is perfectly cooked."
• "I love the combination of meats and vegetables in this dish. It's a perfect balance of flavors."
• "This pie is so easy to make and it's a real crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality meats for best results.
• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute with chicken broth.
• Let the pie cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and the pastry to set.