Category Archives: pies

Traditions. And Mince Pies, Just Like Mum Used to Make.

“‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house,    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.”~ Clement Clark Moore. As I hung the Christmas wreath on my front door this year, I tallied up the number of … Continue reading

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Recollections of Comfort and Security

“Ah! There’s nothing like staying home for real comfort” ~Jane Austen. Once in a while, memories of my first childhood home re-emerge, usually brought about by a mention of the area I once live in, and every time it happens … Continue reading

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Lemon Meringue Pie

Don’t you just love a dessert recipe which is not only easy to prepare, but it looks as though you slaved away in the kitchen all day to prepare? My Lemon Meringue Pie recipe is not only one of the … Continue reading

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Apple Pie, For My Father.

If he were here today, my father would be coming to my home for dinner tonight, to share his special day with my family. I’m sure that there wouldn’t be any of the fuss and fanfare of a large party … Continue reading

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Delicious Chicken Pie

My family are pie people. Whenever I get the urge to bake a pie, it doesn’t matter want type of pie I choose, it is sure to be a winner. Not only is this chicken pie absolutely delicious, it is … Continue reading

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