Name: Mini Tourtiere Bites
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: French Canadian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork; 1/2 lb ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp allspice; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp nutmeg; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp thyme; 1/2 tsp rosemary; 1/2 tsp sage; 1/2 tsp marjoram; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 sheet of puff pastry; 1 egg, beaten

Mini Tourtiere Bites

A bite-sized version of the traditional French Canadian meat pie, perfect for parties.

35 minutes12 servings

Method

In a large skillet, cook the ground pork and beef over medium heat until browned.
Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
Stir in all the spices and mix well.
Roll out the puff pastry and cut into small rounds.
Place a small amount of meat mixture on each round.
Brush the edges with beaten egg and fold over to form a half-moon shape.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.