How to Make Cretons - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cretons is a traditional French-Canadian spread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack. It is a delicious pork spread that is flavored with spices and is typically served on toast or crackers. Cretons is a popular dish in Quebec and is often enjoyed during the winter months.

The dish has been passed down through generations, and each family has their own special recipe for making cretons. It is a versatile spread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you like it spi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped, or to taste
  • 1 pinch ground cloves, or to taste
  • 1 pinch ground allspice, or to taste
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup dry bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Cook ground pork, milk, onion, garlic, cloves, allspice, salt, and pepper in a large saucepan over medium heat for about 1 hour. Stir in bread crumbs and cook for 10 more minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. Transfer to a small container and keep refrigerated.
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 45mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 145mg