Bacon and egg pie
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| Alternative names | Egg and bacon pie |
|---|---|
| Type | Savoury pie |
| Course | Breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack |
| Place of origin | England |
| Serving temperature | Hot or cold |
| Main ingredients | Shortcrust or other base crust, bacon, eggs |
| Variations | Additional ingredients such as peas or tomatoes |
The bacon and egg pie (also known as egg and bacon pie) is a British and commonwealth savoury pie consisting of a pastry crust containing bacon, egg and sometimes onion, mushrooms, bell peppers, peas, tomato, fresh herbs and cheese.
Bacon and egg pie may be served with ketchup,[1] and some versions have a rising agent such as baking powder mixed into the egg to make a fluffier filling.
Composition
The pie is often constructed with shortcrust pastry or other stable pastry base. The pie may be topped with a pastry lid,[2] or left open.[3]
A bacon and egg pie differs from a quiche, which is made with an egg custard.[4]
Although the bacon and egg combination is not unique to any country, its use in modern cooking is notable in the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Canada and Australia.[5] Recipes for it have been found as early as The Experienced English Housekeeper in 1769.[6]
See also
References
- ↑ "Famous New Zealand Bacon & Egg also known as quiche Pie". Retrieved 14 June 2012.
- ↑ "Bacon and Egg Pies". deliaonline.com. 9 November 2015. Retrieved 18 June 2016.
- ↑ "Recipes". bettycrocker.com. Retrieved 18 June 2016.
- ↑ "How to Make the Perfect Quiche". Sally's Baking Addiction. 11 November 2021.
- ↑ Thalita Alves (2017-05-07). "A Brief History of The New Zealand Meat Pie". Culture Trip.
- ↑ Sarah Harris (9 October 2016). "Tui Flower shares a slice of bacon and egg pie history". New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 20 May 2017.
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