By Devi Poojari
A baked pastry stuffed with sweet or savoury fillings ranging from fruit to custard to chicken is the ultimate comfort food for the soul on a dull day.
The legendary classic apple pie is honestly the perfect winter breakfast; with its warming spices, caramelised apples and a buttery crust, comfort is not too far from reach.
Usually prepared in a pie dish or inverted pie format, the chicken pot pie is the perfect dinner on a cosy winter night.
Make full use of the berry season and buy a bunch to make simple versions of deliciously tart and sweet berry pies.
An unsual pie made with a minced meat filling and baked with a mashed potato crust on top, this British classic is a full meal in a piece.
Imagine a velvety smooth, rich lemony custard slathered with fluffy meringue that is torched to resemble a marshmallow. You’re welcome!
The Greeks call this a spanakopita; this filo pastry pie is an interesting vegetarian option and a gorgeous mingle of textures ranging from soft and mushy to crunchy and flaky.