Tourtière

If you're looking for something robust, go no further than the French Canadian tourtière, a savory pork pie popular around the holidays (but is popular year-round). It's made with ground pork, onions, and flavorful seasonings, and it's baked in a typical pie crust.

Tourtière is a traditional Quebecois minced meat pie. Recipes vary by location and family. Typically, the stuffing is made of pork, beef, veal, or game. Fish like salmon are widely used in coastal areas. Herbs and spices play an important role in this dish. Seasonal spices like cinnamon, clove, and allspice contribute to the bake's unique aroma.

At Christmas, the French-Canadian dish is eaten with tomato sauce and pickled beets. Nothing like homemade tourtière, which every grandma has a secret recipe for. Throughout the year, though, you can buy a pre-made version at any major grocery shop.