Despite the name, you may be wondering if shepherd's pie really should be considered a pie. You're not alone. Here's the truth about this savory dish.

A flaky crust is also ideal if you’re making a double-crust or lattice-topped pie. I don’t love cold pies in flaky crusts, however. When the butter in a flaky crust gets too cold, it can mute ...

To make a classic flute, first place your dough into your pie dish and use a sharp knife or kitchen shears to trim excess overhang to about 1/2 inch; fold the edge under itself.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My mother-in-law always made a meat pie for our Christmas Eve buffet, a French tradition at the holiday season. Some years ago Sun Spots published a recipe and I’ve lost my copy.

Ingredients:. 600g oxtail pieces. 400g ox cheek, diced into 3 cms (NB: oxtail can be supplemented with 1kg diced beef if preferred) 400g chuck steak, diced into 3 cms ...

3. Shape into 6 patties. (If you make smaller patties, you will have smaller and more burgers.) 4. Return the pan to the heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil on medium heat.

1. Adjust an oven rack to the upper third of the oven. Set the oven at 400 degrees. Have on hand a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. 2. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, place the chicken breasts, skin ...