You can’t beat a proper pie. Whether savoury or sweet, there’s something irresistible about breaking through that golden pastry crust and tucking into the tasty, succulent filling. As one of the best ways to appreciate fresh, seasonal ingredients with very little fuss, they have always been a favourite dish, and with these 50 brilliant new recipes, that won’t change anytime soon! Take a pie master-class and Maxine Clark will teach you Tips and Techniques for preparing the most perfect of pies as well as failsafe recipes for classic crusts that will come up throughout the book. Everyday Pies are simple but delicious recipes for pies which will always be met with a smile at the dinner table – from a traditional Steak and Kidney Pie, unbeatable as a satisfying meal on a wintery day, to a Simple Sausage Lattice Slice, which is so quick to prepare and a perfect weekday supper. When it comes to entertaining, there is no match for a Posh Pie. Impressive dishes include a Medieval Banquet Torta, and a Beef and Smoked Oyster Pie. If you want a quick bite on the move or a handy picnic option, Portable Pies couldn’t be more perfect. Classic Bacon and Egg Pies and Cornish Pasties are joined by gourmet options such as Fivespice Venison Puffs. Finally, try one of the huge range of Sweet Pies which range from a rustic Spiced Baked Apple Pie or Pumpkin Pie to an indulgent Mississippi Mud Pie or Mango Curd Pavlova Pie. Whatever the occasion and whatever the season, there is a glorious pie to please.