Winter pies

Combine pastry or potato and a warm filling and what do you get? The most comforting meal on the planet – and the most contented of diners. Be popular. Make a pie.


Pastry top



Beef, caramelised onion and ale pie recipe
Beef and ale would be more than enough to make this clever recipe a hit, but add caramelised onions and you have an unforgettable pie.






Chicken and leek pie recipe
Roasted chicken with fresh leeks braised in white wine and cream then topped with pastry is an easy Irish recipe, which is a traditional family favourite during the winter.







Creamy mushroom and chestnut filo pie recipe
This deliciously rustic vegetarian pie freezes well.







Roast vegetable and houmous pie recipe
The sweet potato layer in this vegetarian pie base absorbs the steam released from the baking vegetables, thereby keeping the pastry crisp. And it costs less than £5 to make.






Roots, ham and caramelised onion pie recipe
Everyone loves a nice pie, and this roots, ham and caramelised onion recipe is a prime example. It's easy to make and full of winter vegetables guaranteed to bring a smile



Potato top



Cottage pie with Cheddar and parsnip mash recipe
An all-time British favourite dish, beef and mashed potato pie. A simple family meal that delights the palates of children.







Fish pie with prawns and cheesy leek mash topping recipe
This satisfying fish pie has a moreish cheesy topping, making it the perfect comfort food.





Lancashire hotpots recipe
Think Lancashire hotpot is only made with lamb? Check out this delicious veggie alternative made with carrots, parsnips and celery.




Sweet pies



Free-form blackberry and apple pie recipe
Making pastry in a food processor is quicker than you think, but if you’re really short of time, cheat and use 250g ready-rolled sweet shortcrust pastry instead.






Vegan sweet pumpkin pie recipe
An all-singing, all-dancing American pumpkin pie, vegan-style. The filling doesn’t set because it doesn’t have eggs in it, but it will hold itself in a suitable fashion and the taste is stunning.






Walnut pie recipe
A warm, sexy, sweet and nutty dish that's ideal for vegetarians.







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