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Sensational savoury pies

There's nothing more satisfying that cutting through a flaky pie pastry to reveal the hot, oozing filling within.
Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

Whether you love to fill yours with chicken, fish or prefer a meat-free dish, there’s no limit on your creativity when it comes to baking the ultimate comfort dish. Here, we’ve gathered 24 of our best savoury pies for your inspiration. We have everything from mini party and pot pies to full-sized family meals, made with all manner of fillings. Enjoy!

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Beef and beer pie

Beef and beer pie

A deliciously hearty beef and beer filling is encased in a buttery parmesan and pepper pastry to create a perfect weekend dinner. Be warned, though, your loved ones will be asking for seconds!

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Shepherdless pie

Shepherdless pie

A vegan twist on the classic shepherd’s pie made with lentils, mushrooms and a polenta topping. It’s just as hearty as the original and oh-so tasty!

Mexican beef pie

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Mexican beef pie

Mexican beef pie

The Aussie meat pie gets a Mexican makeover with tortillas, spices, salsa and sour cream.

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Chicken and leek pie

Chicken and leek pie

With beautifully flaky pastry and a hint of mustard cutting through the creamy filling, this recipe is perfect for a family weekend lunch.

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Spanakopita

Spanakopita

The classic combo of spinach and fetta, lightly spiced with nutmeg and dill and wrapped in flaky pastry creates this traditional Greek pie.

Beef and cheese pie

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Beef and cheese pie

A hearty beef and cheese pie for the whole family to enjoy.

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Chicken and lemon thyme one-pan pot pie

Chicken and lemon thyme one-pan pot pie

Lemon thyme adds a fragrant element to this easy one-pan chicken pie. When it’s cold, you’re tired and you want an easy dinner, you can’t go past it.

Free-form mushroom and cheese tart

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Free-form mushroom and cheese tart

Free-form mushroom and cheese tart

With a rustic charm, this easy tart is perfect for those new to the world of pastries.

Shepherd's pie

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Our best shepherd’s pie

This is a proper, traditional shepherd’s pie recipe, made with chopped, cooked lamb rather than mince. One of the original waste not, want not meals.

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Sensational spinach and fetta pie

Sensational spinach and fetta pie

Flaky pastry with fresh spinach and tasty fetta!

EGG AND BACON PIE

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Egg and bacon pie

Egg and bacon pie

The classic combo wrapped in pastry.

Easy Four-Cheese Pie

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Easy four-cheese pie

Easy four-cheese pie

Because you can never have too much cheese.

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Mushroom pie with minted mushy peas

A mushroom pie with crushed minty peas is an age-old classic for a reason. With a fresh herbed pastry and rich red wine gravy, this is a one is a keeper.

Mexican-inspired beef pie

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Mexican beef pie

Staked with layers of crisp tortillas and spiced beef filling, our Mexican beef pie is like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Cottage pie recipe

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Cottage pie

Cottage pie

Transport yourself back to those family dinners with a hearty beef and veg filling and a cheesy mashed potato topping. Cottage pie is the ultimate savoury comfort food, so go on, treat yourself.

Chicken and mushroom gravy pies

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Chicken and mushroom gravy pies

Chicken and mushroom gravy pies

A deliciously warming chicken and mushroom filling is here topped with buttery pastry and served with crisp beans. This is one dish that makes staying at home on a cold night an even better option.

creamy chicken pot pies recipe

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Creamy chicken and vegetable pot pies

Creamy chicken and vegetable pot pies

A creamy chicken and vegetable mixture is topped with flaky, golden puff pastry in these easy pot pies – the perfect pick for easy family dinners the kids will love.

creamy chicken pie recipe

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Creamy chicken pie

Creamy chicken pie

With a beautiful flaky, golden pastry and a delicious creamy chicken and vegetable filling, this hearty pie makes the perfect family dinner idea for Winter. It doesn’t get much better than this!

creamy marinara pie recipe

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Creamy marinara pie

Creamy marinara pie

Break through the cheesy potato topping for the wonderfully creamy seafood mix within. If you have time, switch out the pre-prepared elements of this dish with your own for a homemade pie to please.

chicken, mushroom and gnocchi pie

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Chicken, mushroom and gnocchi pie

Chicken, mushroom and gnocchi pie

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Chunky beef and mushroom pies

Chunky beef and mushroom pies

Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

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Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

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Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pie

Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pie

Give an Italian twist to the classic Australian pie with this filling vegetarian pasta pot pie.

chicken and pumpkin pot pies

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Chicken and pumpkin pot pies

These delicious chicken pot pies are a fantastic option for lunch. Small in size but big on taste, they’ll have you wanting more so double the recipe. It’s also suitable for diabetics.

Nachos Pie

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Julie Goodwin’s nachos pie recipe

Julie Goodwin’s nachos pie recipe

“This is a winner in our house, as it combines two of the boys’ favourites – pies and nachos! It serves six with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa and extra corn chips.” – Julie Goodwin

chicken, mushroom & fennel pies

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Creamy chicken, mushroom & fennel pie

Creamy chicken, mushroom & fennel pie

These are serious little pies; tender chunks of chicken, earthy mushrooms and fennel swimming in a creamy mustard sauce and topped with golden, flaky pastry.

Tuna, Cauliflower and Cheese Pie

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Tuna, cauliflower and cheese pie

Tuna, cauliflower and cheese pie

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Fish pie with potato and celeriac mash

Fish pie with potato and celeriac mash

mini chicken, celery and thyme pies

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Mini chicken, celery and thyme pies

Mini chicken, celery and thyme pies

Charming little savoury pies filled with a delicious chicken, celery and thyme mix.

Green Curry Chicken Pie

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Green curry chicken pie

Green curry chicken pie

Green chicken curry goes exceptionally well with a golden, crispy pastry lid.

Posh fish pie

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Posh fish pie

Posh fish pie

Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

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Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

Make the tender lamb filling a day early for an easier cook. The combination of juicy lamb and a buttery pastry makes for a meal so memorable, it’ll be worth all the effort you put in.

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Beef and beer pie

Beef and beer pie

A deliciously hearty beef and beer filling is encased in a buttery parmesan and pepper pastry to create a perfect weekend dinner. Be warned, though, your loved ones will be asking for seconds!

CHICKEN Mushroom  AND PartyPies

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Chicken and mushroom party pies

Chicken and mushroom party pies

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Barramundi and potato pie

Barramundi and potato pie

Australian summer isn’t complete without a variety of seafood on the table. Here, we’ve combined beautiful barramundi fillets and desiree potatoes for a delicious pie that’s bound to please.

MINI SHEPHERD'S PIES WITH CHEESY POTATO TOPPING

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Mini shepherd’s pies with cheesy potato topping

Mini shepherd’s pies with cheesy potato topping

Try these traditional British cottage pies, topped with cheesy, creamy mashed potato and served in four individual ramekins. Great partnered with a rosemary salad.

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Roast chicken pie

Roast chicken pie

A Sunday roast in a pie – this recipe will become a repeat hit with the family!

Pie recipes

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Savoury mince pie

Fill up this winter with a classic savoury mince pie. Filled with meat, veggies and gravy it’s a classic for a reason. This version uses filo for added texture.

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