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guernsey potato peel pie recipe

guernsey potato peel pie recipe

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As their name suggests, the traditional Guernsey Potato Paste uses thinly sliced potatoes, onions and bacon laid out in a buttery crust that can’t help but make you feel warm inside. When you think of the name, you may picture potatoes with their jackets off, but it is actually a hearty pie often enjoyed by entire families.
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Prep Time 24 minutes
Cook Time 44 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: British
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Filling:
  • 900 g 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 150 –200 g 5–7 oz bacon or salted pork, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter diced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme optional
  • 2 –3 tablespoons milk or cream
  • For the Pastry:
  • 250 g 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 125 g ½ cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 4 –6 tablespoons cold water

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife or mandoline slicer
  • Pie dish (9–10 inch)
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Make the Pastry:
    guernsey potato peel pie recipe
  2. In a bowl, rub the cold butter into the flour and salt until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add cold water gradually until a dough forms. Wrap and chill for 20 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Filling:
  4. Slice the potatoes and onion very thinly. Dice the bacon. Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  5. Assemble the Pie:
  6. Roll out half the pastry and line the pie dish. Layer potatoes, onions, bacon, and small pieces of butter. Repeat layers until full. Drizzle milk or cream over the top.
  7. Top the Pie:
    guernsey potato peel pie recipe
  8. Roll out the remaining pastry, cover the pie, seal edges, and cut a small slit in the top for steam.
  9. Bake:
  10. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 1½ to 2 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the crust is golden brown. Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.
  11. Rest and Serve:
  12. Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot.
    guernsey potato peel pie recipe

Notes

  • This dish is traditionally very rustic and hearty.
  • You can add carrots or leeks for extra flavor.
  • Serve with pickles, green salad, or steamed vegetables.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheat beautifully.guernsey potato peel pie recipe