Savoury pie recipes

The ultimate comfort food recipe. Golden brown pastry and a creamy chicken, leek and bacon filling make this a real feast for friends and family

Nothing beats a classic homemade steak pie, complete with golden-brown flaky pastry and a rich beef filling. This easy family feast only takes 15 minutes to prep

Tuck into a hearty pie with a rich steak and potato filling and crumbly shortcrust pastry – it makes a crowd-pleasing dinner or even Sunday lunch

Turn a much loved vegetarian classic into a hearty pie using shop-bought pastry – and be sure to use the stalks and leaves of the cauliflower

This is just what you need on a cold night. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes

Cooking the beef slowly makes it tender and more flavoursome. You can prep ahead and keep the pie chilled or frozen until you're ready to bake

Bake this showstopping pie and pack for a bank holiday outing, or serve at an al fresco gathering – you can prep it a day ahead. Enjoy with salad and piccalilli

Minimise your washing-up with this delicious one-pan chicken pie with spinach and herbs and topped with crispy filo pastry. It's ideal for busy weeknights

Make a venison pie packed with pancetta, mushrooms and red wine, topped with golden puff pastry. It's cooked low and slow for beautifully tender meat

Spend a weekend afternoon making this classic beef and ale pie with porcini mushrooms and homemade pastry. It's even better made a couple of days in advance.

Celebrate leeks with our cheesy leek and potato pie, topped with a lovely crumbly pastry lid. Serve with a watercress salad for a satisfying supper

Make these creamy chicken, leek and mushroom pies from scratch or use up leftover roast chicken and make a stock from the bones. They require a little extra effort, but they're worth it

Try a lighter version of a traditional pastry-topped pie, with a prawn, pepper & chickpea filling. The filo pastry also gives it an excellent crunch

Make a veggie showstopper in this homity pie – a creamy potato, onion and cheese pie, with the addition of leeks. Make it your own with more veg, if you like

Bake this traditional fish pie from Cornwall, so-named for the mackerel, or sardines, looking skyward through the crust

Celebrate Easter with this spring chicken pot pie. It's kinder on your wallet than the traditional roast lamb, and equally enjoyable

A classic comfort food favourite, this shepherd's pie sees succulent lamb mince and veg topped with a fluffy layer of mashed potato

Who says healthy can’t be hearty? You’ll feel satisfied and nourished with this low-calorie, simple-to-make chicken pie.

Use a variety of fresh mushrooms, dried mushrooms, brandy, cream and tarragon to create deep flavour and an indulgent texture in this mushroom pie

Try a classic bake from London's East End filled with minced beef and served with mash and 'liquor' (a parsley sauce)

Discover the secret ingredients that take the humble steak and ale pie to new levels. But, be warned: one slice just won't be enough