Tourtiere

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare pastry.
2. 2
   Mix together flour, baking powder, salt.
3. 3
   Cut in shortening til crumbly.
4. 4
   Stir in ice water with a fork until it forms a ball.
5. 5
   Roll out 2/3 of it to fit a large 5 litre (20 cup) size rectangular casserole.
6. 6
   For filling, mix together meat, potatoes, onion and seasonings.
7. 7
   Pour into crust and spread evenly.
8. 8
   Add 2 1/2 cups to 3 cups water, just until you can see it through the filling.
9. 9
   Roll out remaining crust to cover the top.
10. 10
    Place on top, seal and vent for steam.
11. 11
    Bake at 450*F for 15 minutes.
12. 12
    Reduce heat to 325*F and bake for 4 hours or longer, until it is a rich brown, cover if the top becomes too dark.