Pork and Apple Pie with Cheddar-Sage Crust

Pork and apple pie is a classic dish in British cuisine, often enjoyed during autumn when apples are in season.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Pork and Apple Pie with Cheddar-Sage Crust

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American, British Courses: Dinner, Main Course, Pie Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 20 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 pound Pork Shoulder
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic Cloves
• 2 medium Apples
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Sage Leaves
• 1.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter
• 4 tablespoon Cold Water
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the pork shoulder until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the apples and cook until tender.
4. Return the pork to the skillet and mix well. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. In a food processor, combine the cheddar cheese, sage leaves, flour, butter, water, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Divide the dough into two portions, one slightly larger than the other. Roll out the larger portion and line a pie dish.
7. Spoon the pork and apple mixture into the pie dish.
8. Roll out the remaining dough and place it on top of the filling. Seal the edges and cut slits on the top crust for ventilation.
9. Beat the egg and brush it over the top crust.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
11. Allow the pie to rest for 20 minutes before serving.
12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 15g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.