The Hairy Bikers' Perfect Pies

Hardcover / ISBN-13: 9780297863250

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‘There’s nothing quite so comforting as a really well-made pie. From classic favourites to new combinations, the BBC’s Hairy Bikers have got it covered’ BBC GOOD FOOD

‘There are more than 140 drool-inducing recipes bubbling out of this book like steaming filling escaping through a gap in the pastry…easy to follow and delicious’ COUNTRYFILE

This is the definitive Pie Bible from the Kings of Pie, The Hairy Bikers.

In their culinary homecoming, Si and Dave celebrate a dish close to their hearts. This beautifully illustrated cookbook brings together the Great British classic in 150 brand-new recipes. Featuring an extraordinary range of pies – from the sweet and savoury, deep and small, and to the pies that are puddings – The Hairy Bikers will inspire you to cook and share the mighty dish with the ones you love.

With top tips on pastry, the failsafe methods, the secrets and the cheats, the boys will teach you how to choose the right type of pastry and filling for any occasion. Learn the rules of pastry making and how to add the right pickles, relishes and sauces to make your pie an unforgettable dish. And of course, how to make the most of those little left over bits and turn them into delicious cheese straws, jam tarts and turnovers.

This is a heart-warming, delicious and nostalgic recipe book that can be enjoyed by families, friends and fans of the nation’s favourite dish.

Reviews

A bible of the pie-maker's art, including sweet and savoury fillings, classic flavours and contemporary twists, plus tips for turning out the perfect crust
BBC GOOD FOOD MAGAZINE
There are more than 140 drool-inducing recipes bubbling out of this book like steaming filling escaping through a gap in the pastry. Not only are the recipes easy to follow and delicious they also enjoy a garnish of Si and Dave's humour and nostalgic musings for good measure.
BBC COUNTRYFILE
This beautifully illustrated cookbook features an extraordinary range of pies, both sweet and savoury.
LYTHAM ST ANNES EXPRESS
Even if you're not a cookery fan, the pair's enthusiasm for unpretentious, tasty, filling foodmakes for feel-good viewing, and that enthusiasm shines through the pages of Perfect Pies.
CARAVAN CLUB MAGAZINE
There are more than 140 drool-inducing recipes bubbling out of this book like steaming filling escaping through a gap in the pastry. Not only are the recipes easy to follow and delicious they also enjoy a garnish of Si and Dave's humour and nostalgic musings for good measure.
BBC COUNTRYFILE
There's nothing quite so comforting as a really well-made pie. From classic favourites to new combinations, the BBC's Hairy Bikers have got it covered.
BBC GOOD FOOD
The definitive Pie Bible from the Kings of Pie.
WESTERN MORNING NEWS
They [Hairy Bikers] know their pies... This is a comprehensive book with notes on ingredients and techniques that are great for beginners
METRO
They [Hairy Bikers] know their pies... This is a comprehensive book with notes on ingredients and techniques that are great for beginners
METRO
This cheerful collection of recipes includes double crust, open tarts, raised pies and sweet pies.
DAILY EXPRESS
This beautifully illustrated book brings together the British classic in 150 new recipes... the Hairy Bikers will inspire you to coo and share the mighty dish with the ones you love.
Press & Journal (Highland & Islands)
This cheerful collection of recipes includes double crust, open tarts, raised pies and sweet pies.
Vanessa Berridge, DAILY EXPRESS
There's nothing quite so comforting as a really well-made pie. From classic favourites to new combinations, the BBC's Hairy Bikers have got it covered.
Sally Hughes, BBC GOOD FOOD
A bible of the pie-maker's art, including sweet and savoury fillings, classic flavours and contemporary twists, plus tips for turning out the perfect crust
BBC GOOD FOOD MAGAZINE