What image do you conjure up when you hear the word pie? Something with fruit – maybe apple, blueberry, cherry or key lime?
As much as we adore those, the most important pies in the annals of gastronomy are not the ones served for dessert, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. No, the serious pies, the ones that go all the way back to when the pie was invented, are not sweet treats at all, but savory ones.
That’s right, we’re talking about the historic, beloved meat pie. From pasties in the U.K., sfeeha in the Middle East, Natchitoches meat pies in Louisiana, samosas in India or empanadas in Latin America, humankind has been swathing meat in pastry all over the world.
Looking for a way to make your life more savory with a delicious meat pie?
Here are a few of our favorites, with links to the full recipe:
Deer, Beer and Bacon Buns
Tender venison, smoky bacon, and a beer-enriched sauce make a tasty filling for buttery baked buns. We liken them to our version of steak & ale pie, only totally portable and perfect for a tailgate or party.
Wagyu Beef Shepherd’s Pie
Wild Boar, Apple, and Cheddar Hand Pies
Dingle Pies
Are you a meat pie aficionado? Tell us your favorite type of meat pie in the comments, or find us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter – tag @dartagnanfoods to get the conversation going. And if you make one of these meat pie recipes, be sure to share photos with us!