Tourtière

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/tourti-re

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the culinary classification?French-Canadian savory meat pie
2. What is the primary region of origin?Quebec, Canada
3. Why do people in Quebec eat Tourtière at Christmas?Tourtière is a special part of Quebec holiday feasts, especially Christmas and New Year's. It brings families together and keeps traditions alive.
4. How is a Tourtière made?The pie is made with a double crust that keeps the filling moist. The filling usually has minced pork, veal, or beef, potatoes, and spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.

French-Canadian Cuisine: The distinct culinary traditions of French-speaking people in Canada, particularly Quebec.
Diaspora: People who have spread to many different countries, often originating from one place.
Culinary Heritage: The traditions, recipes, and food practices passed down through generations.