This recipe was given to me as part of a bridal shower gift. My husband loves meat and pies, so he was practically in heaven when I made this for him! I have also used a refrigerated pie crust and it is just as good. Originally submitted to PieRecipe.c
INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 clove crushed garlic
- 2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat
- 1 1/2 pounds ground pork
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 pinch ground mace
- 1 pinch ground sage
- 1 pinch ground savory
- 2 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells
- 2 tablespoons cream
PREPARATION:
In a saucepan, saute onion and garlic in bacon drippings until light brown. Add ground pork. Cook until light brown, stirring until crumbly; drain. Stir in broth, salt and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed. Add spices and parsley. Cool to room temperature.
Spoon filling into pastry lined 9 inch deep dish pie plate. Top with remaining pastry; seal edges and cut vents. Brush with cream.
Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 20 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for 20 to 30 minutes longer, or until golden brown. Serve warm or cold.