CHOLERA PIE (SWISS ALPINE BACON, POTATOES & APPLE PIE )
The unusual name came about because during an outbreak the swiss in the Goms valley obviously didn't want to go out and the items used were things that they had in the house that kept a long time. It is a rare dish these days but still a favorite in the area and delicious.Note: The proper bacon to use for this is Valaisian petit lard, which you can buy in Switzerland and store for month. It is a thin bacon slice seasoned with salt and spices and air dried for a few months. It is a very fragrant and addictive cold cut, pancetta can be subbed as well. The cheese should be alpine meadow raclette cheese but you could substitute with another quality full-fat semi-hard cheese fit for melting. For fabulous pics of each stage see http://fxcuisine.com/default.asp?language=2&Display=121
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h
Yield 1 large pie
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the bacon in small sticks thick as a matchstick and as wide as a cigarette is thick Fry the bacon with no added fat over medium-high heat until it becomes soft. Reserve.
- Wash the leek and finely chop it. Peel the onions and slice them thinly. Fry onions and leek in the bacon's remaining fat until they are soft and start turning brown.The author at FX says "I can't emphasize enough how important is this browning process. If you add every ingredient raw to the pie it will just boil and you'll miss half the flavor.".
- Start by peeling the cooked potatoes and grate them coarsely. Salt.
- Peel, core and dice pears and apples. Save this for last lest they turn brown.
- Dice the cheese, heat the oven to 375 and prepare your ingredients around a large baking tray with parchment paper on it.
- Spread the puff pastry onto a baking sheet. Spread the potatoes evenly on the pastry, leaving a good 2.5/1'' space all around.
- On this bed of potatoes, lay the pear and apple cubes and cover them with the onion and leeks and then the bacon.
- Finish with the diced cheese and sprinkle with crushed black pepper.
- Cover with the second puff pastry sheet and carefully seal around the edges. Make a few holes on top with a fork to let the steam escape.
- Beat the egg yolk or whole egg and paint the pie with a kitchen brush. This will turn it golden when it bakes.
- Bake for 30 minutes in a hot oven (190°C) until golden.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing with a long and very sharp serrated blade.
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Joy Abduallhi
[email protected]This pie is a bit too heavy for my taste. The crust is thick and the filling is very dense. I think it would be better with a lighter crust and a more flavorful filling.
Tiisetso Caroline Pholowa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pies, but I decided to give this one a try. I'm so glad I did because it was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Leah Rose
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potatoes and bacon. It's also a great dish to make for a crowd. I always get rave reviews when I serve it.
shaheir habibi
[email protected]I made this pie for my family and they loved it! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Ms Airin
[email protected]This pie is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the crispy bacon and the gooey cheese.
Carla Bradley
[email protected]I was looking for a new recipe to try and I'm so glad I found this one. The Cholera Pie was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I'll definitely be making it again.
Deborah Nneka Nnaegbuna
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this pie. The bacon, potatoes, apples, and cheese all work together perfectly. It's a great dish for a special occasion.
Bapary Telecom
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The pie is easy to make and it's always delicious.
Brandon Marthaller
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my pie didn't turn out as expected. The crust was soggy and the filling was bland. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Thomas Smith
[email protected]This pie was a bit too heavy for my taste. The crust was thick and the filling was very dense. I think it would be better with a lighter crust and a more flavorful filling.
Qammar Qammarghazali
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes to try, and this one definitely fit the bill. The Cholera Pie was a unique and delicious dish that I'm sure I'll be making again.
Chef
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pie comes together in no time and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.
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[email protected]I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the crispy crust. I'll definitely be making this again.
bhatpara tigger team
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pie turned out great! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new twist on a classic comfort food.
tuben SWE
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the combination of bacon, potatoes, apples, and cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together, and the pie was very satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again.
Pearl Thompson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of apples in savory dishes, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm glad I did because the apples added a nice sweetness and crunch to the pie. I'll definitely be making this again.
Cassius Glover
[email protected]This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm looking for a comforting and delicious meal. It's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that it's a one-pot dish, so cleanup is a breeze.
Loveayahlee Sudduth
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Swiss Alpine cuisine, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The flavors were rich and hearty, and the pie was very filling. I especially loved the crispy bacon and the gooey cheese.
Kolby Mitchell
[email protected]I was intrigued by the name 'Cholera Pie' and had to try it out. I'm glad I did because it turned out fantastic! The combination of bacon, potatoes, apples, and cheese was perfect. The recipe was easy to follow, and the pie came out beautifully golde