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Ground Beef Tourtière Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 pie crust, homemade or store-bought
- 1 egg, beaten

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch pie dish
- rolling pin

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until onion is translucent.

4. Add dried thyme, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg to the skillet and stir to combine.

5. Pour beef broth into the skillet and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated.

6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in breadcrumbs.

7. Roll out pie crust on a floured surface and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.

8. Pour beef mixture into the pie crust.

9. Roll out remaining pie crust on a floured surface and place it on top of the beef mixture. Trim excess dough and crimp edges to seal.

10. Brush beaten egg over the top of the pie crust.

11. Cut a few slits in the top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape.

12. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 17g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground pork or ground turkey.
- Beef broth can be substituted with chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- Breadcrumbs can be substituted with panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.

Variations:
- Add diced potatoes to the beef mixture for a heartier pie.
- Use a mixture of ground beef and ground pork for a more traditional tourtière.
- Add grated cheese to the beef mixture for a cheesy twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain excess fat from the ground beef before adding other ingredients.
- Use a fork to prick the bottom of the pie crust before adding the beef mixture to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover tourtière in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat tourtière in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve tourtière with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Cut the tourtière into small squares and serve as an appetizer.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle chopped parsley or chives over the top of the tourtière before serving.

Pairings:
- Serve tourtière with a glass of red wine for a cozy dinner.

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Mashed potatoes
- Green beans

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pie crust is browning too quickly, cover it with foil and continue baking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Tourtière is a traditional French-Canadian meat pie that originated in Quebec.

Flavor profiles:
- The combination of ground beef, thyme, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg gives this tourtière a warm and comforting flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve tourtière hot or cold, depending on your preference.

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