Rappy Pie (Acadian Food)

Method

1. I

   Cook chicken, onions, carrots, celery, and salt in water to cover.

2. II

   Bring to a boil and simmer for about 2 hours.

3. III

   Remove skin and bones and cut chicken in small pieces.

4. IV

   Strain broth.

5. V

   Peel potatoes, grate very fine like you would make potato pancakes.

6. VI

   Or puree in blender.

7. VII

   Working with 2 cups at a time, squeeze it in a clean cloth to remove as much liquid as possible {save liquid}.

8. VIII

   Empty potato into a large bowl {the potatoes will look like snow}.

9. IX

   Measure liquid and discard, measure an equal amount of the very hot broth and gradually mix in the grated potatoes.

10. X

    {Potato will swell}The potato will change color.

11. XI

    Spread 1/2 in a greased pan 15x20 and cover with chicken, spread the rest on top.

12. XII

    Dot with butter, it will make the crust golden brown.

13. XIII

    Bake at 400 until top start to brown {30 minutes}.

14. XIV

    Lower oven to 350 and continue baking for another 2 hours.

15. XV

    This may be made with beef, clams etc.

16. XVI

    You can serve it with pickles.