Herb-Infused Beef Tourtière
A traditional French-Canadian meat pie with aromatic herbs and a flaky crust, perfect for family gatherings. This french-canadian-inspired beef ready in about 85 minutes pairs ground beef, large (finely diced) yellow onion, stalks (finely diced) celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 large (finely diced) yellow onion
- 2 stalks (finely diced) celery
- 1 medium (finely diced) carrot
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1.5 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 (9x12 inches) puff pastry sheets
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with 1 large diced onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 diced carrot for 8 minutes until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh thyme, 3 tbsp fresh parsley, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 cup beef broth, 1.5 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened and glossy, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Let filling cool slightly. Roll out one puff pastry sheet on a floured surface, then place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Spoon filling into crust, leaving 1-inch edge. Cover with second rolled pastry sheet, crimping edges tightly.
- Step 4: Cut slits in the top crust and brush with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water). Bake at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until golden and crust is flaky.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Beef Tourtière take to make?
Total time is about 85 minutes (45 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Beef Tourtière?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Beef Tourtière?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Beef Tourtière for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Beef Tourtière?
French-Canadian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
