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Cholera Pie Swiss Alpine Bacon Potatoes Apple Pie Recipe

Legend has it this unusual pie originated in Switzerland's Goms Valley during a cholera outbreak! Housebound villagers created this hearty, flavorful dish using long-lasting ingredients. A rare treat today, it remains a local favorite. This recipe features delicious Valaisian Petit Lard (or pancetta) bacon, Alpine meadow Raclette cheese (or a high-quality substitute), and crisp apples. Discover the secret to this surprisingly addictive Swiss classic! For stunning visuals of each step, check out http://fxcuisine.com/default.asp?Language=2&display=121

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 5431.3 kcal
Protein 196g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cholera Pie Swiss Alpine Bacon Potatoes Apple Pie

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How to Make Cholera Pie Swiss Alpine Bacon Potatoes Apple Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and slice 4 large potatoes thinly. Parboil for 5 minutes then drain.
  3. Dice 1 large onion and sauté until softened in 2 tablespoons of butter.
  4. In a large bowl, combine parboiled potatoes, sautéed onion, 1/2 cup diced Valaisian Petit Lard (or pancetta), 1/2 cup shredded Alpine meadow Raclette cheese (or substitute), 2 peeled and thinly sliced apples, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Pour mixture into a 9-inch pie dish.
  6. In a separate bowl whisk 2 large eggs with 1/2 cup of milk or cream.
  7. Pour egg mixture over the potato mixture in the pie dish.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is cooked through. Check for doneness with a fork.
  9. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

125 g

Sugar

453g

Fat

397g

Carbs

213g

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