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The Hairy Bikers' Perfect Pies: The Ultimate Pie Bible from the Kings of Pies
 
 

The Hairy Bikers' Perfect Pies: The Ultimate Pie Bible from the Kings of Pies [Kindle Edition]

Dave Myers , Si King
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (126 customer reviews)

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They [Hairy Bikers] know their pies... This is a comprehensive book with notes on ingredients and techniques that are great for beginners. (METRO )

There are more than 140 drool-inducing recipes bubbling out of this book like steaming filling escaping through a gap in the pastry. Not only are the recipes easy to follow and delicious they also enjoy a garnish of Si and Dave's humour and nostalgic musings for good measure. (BBC COUNTRYFILE )

There's nothing quite so comforting as a really well-made pie. From classic favourites to new combinations, the BBC's Hairy Bikers have got it covered. (Sally Hughes BBC GOOD FOOD )

This cheerful collection of recipes includes double crust, open tarts, raised pies and sweet pies. (Vanessa Berridge DAILY EXPRESS )

Even if you're not a cookery fan, the pair's enthusiasm for unpretentious, tasty, filling foodmakes for feel-good viewing, and that enthusiasm shines through the pages of Perfect Pies. (CARAVAN CLUB MAGAZINE )

The definitive Pie Bible from the Kings of Pie. (WESTERN MORNING NEWS )

This beautifully illustrated book brings together the British classic in 150 new recipes... the Hairy Bikers will inspire you to coo and share the mighty dish with the ones you love. (Press & Journal (Highland & Islands) )

This beautifully illustrated cookbook features an extraordinary range of pies, both sweet and savoury. (LYTHAM ST ANNES EXPRESS )

Book Description

A call to arms to celebrate the Great British classic, the PIE.

Product details

  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 12271 KB
  • Print Length: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson (13 Oct 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B005SZ1EXE
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (126 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #68,793 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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80 of 81 people found the following review helpful
Perfect Pies indeed 22 Nov 2011
Format:Hardcover
I have never bought a Hairy Bikers cookbook before, and as I find their television presence most annoying (Dude?! At their age?!) I was more than hesitant when it came to purchasing this book. At under a tenner, I thought it was probably worth a punt, and I am so glad I made my purchase. The book is beautifully presented (I think I'm correct in saying that every recipe is accompanied by an opposing full page photograph), and the recipes are easy to follow and surprisingly diverse. The book does not limit itself to just the standard pie, but gives recipes for various sweet options, flans, tarts, quiches, various types of pastry, large pies and finger foods, suet puddings, side dishes, things to do with your left over scraps of pastry, a satisfying amount of vegetarian options... I could go on, but short of listing every recipe in the book, I couldn't convey its amazing breadth. I have attempted both the 'Deep-filled Chicken and Mushroom Pie' on page 15, and the 'Pear, Walnut and Dolcelatte Tarts' on page 131, and while I consider myself a reasonably confident cook, I was surprised with just how professional and delicious the results were. Finally, I would happily cook and eat each and every recipe in this book; a remarkable statement, and one that I can't make for any other cookbook on my shelf.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Well worth it! 5 Jan 2012
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
For the price, I was expecting something a lot more...modest...than this hefty tome! I bought it as a present for my Dutch boyfriend, who was curious about pies (you can't really get them in the Netherlands) and wanted to try making some. The book is very thick, high quality with great illustrations.

The recipes section contains tons of ideas for pies, pasties, tarts, and there are a couple of less pie-y pastry recipes in the mix too (like gyozas and baklava). The recipes are well laid out, although lacking in an overall cooking time, which would be helpful. We've made a bunch of recipes from the book now and they were easy to follow - and tasty!

Particularly useful is the section at the back (though...would have made more sense to be at the front) with basics on making pies and pastry. Even if you think you know what you're doing, it's still worth a read for some of the hints and tips that I am sure most home cooks will learn from.

You certainly can't go wrong with this book for this price. Everyone (who likes pies) should add it to their shelf!
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Hairy Bikers Pies 22 Nov 2011
By Polly
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Excellent book, as with all their books the recipes are easy to follow and the ones I made so far have been great. Possibly not for the really figure conscious but I would recommend this book to everyone, it really is proper cooking.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
perfect pies
Excellent book, colourful, well laid out with easy to follow instructions. Ideal for the novice or the more seasoned baker.
Published 8 days ago by stanx
Pride of place in the kitchen
This is a brilliant book. It is exactly as described - A Pie-ble!! The book as a weighty tome, probably 2 inches thick and nearly A4 format so there is no shortage of... Read more
Published 13 days ago by EdHammock
One of my favourites.
This is one of my favourite books, I love it! If I am not cooking from it I sometimes just like to sit and flick through looking at all of the amazing pies. Read more
Published 14 days ago by L. Hunter
Excellent
Iam very particular which cook books I get because most are rubbish, but this one is very easy to use the recipes are very clear excellent cook book it's a must in your kichen
Published 18 days ago by Mrs. A. S. Ridgway
Not a lot of pies
Described as "Pie Bible" by authors who are northeners? I can just picture it - Doreen " Ey up Albert - hope you've had a good shift down't pit, I've got me Pie Bible out and... Read more
Published 22 days ago by Trimonte
First Class Book
This is the first Hairy Bikers book I have bought and have not been disappointed. All the recipes sound amazing. The chicken leek and ham pie is yummy. Read more
Published 26 days ago by annamaria
Don't hesitate, buy this book!
This book should feature in the top ten recipe books! Not only does it tell you how to make savoury and sweet pies, it has recipes for different salads, potatoes etc. Read more
Published 1 month ago by LouiseMarie
surprisingly good!|
I am not a fan of these guys normally but my friend lent me this book and it really is good! Not all receipes are traditional pies, it does have a range of other items which are... Read more
Published 1 month ago by dol
love it love it
this is a great book i've long been a fan of the hairy bikers and cant wait to cook all their lovely recipes
Published 1 month ago by angiep2
Hairy Bikers' perfect pies
thankk god, a cookery book where you will be trying every recipe. It has got the whole family planning whats for tea
Published 1 month ago by t lindley
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