A gorgeous Christmas gift for the baker in your family and lovers of pies! * 55 pie recipes - sweet and savoury, classic and modern - plus expert tips and techniques * Advice on perfect pastry, plus using ready-made to save time * Little bits of interesting and quirky pie history * Supported by the National Trust, suppliers of fine pies to the British public Whether you're in the mood for a comforting classic - Shepherd's Pie; Cheese and Onion Pie; Apple Pie - or something a little more surprising - Chicken and Tarragon Pot Pie; Spinach, Goat's Cheese and Walnut Suisses; Pear, Hazelnut and Cardamom Cream Pie - these tried and tested recipes will have everyone coming back for more. With tips on making the perfect pastry every time (as well as advice on using the ready-made variety), these mouthwatering pies are easy to eat and a joy to create. Sumptuous fillings, which can be as simple as fresh fruit with a sprinkling of sugar or some tasty cheese with slow-cooked onions, make all these recipes guaranteed crowd pleasers.