This pie was said to contain twenty fowls, two sheep and half a peck of flour for the crust. This idyllic spot was once a thriving industrial area. In this episode, which celebrates that dual role, the Hairy Bikers meet three great home cooks with a diverse range of recipes. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. The adding of hot filling to that which had now gone cold in the pie led to the filling going rotten. The stargazy pie was reportedly created one stormy winter in the fishing village of Mousehole, Cornwall, in the 16th century. Denby Dale. The families of the deceased insisted that the show must go on and the day was a great success, raising money to build a community hall. NOW THAT'S A PIE. Mix the egg with the water, add to the mixture and stir with a round-bladed knife until it forms a dough, adding a little more water if needed. Each week, a member is selected to bring forth the pork pies—the pie-fetcher—and rest of the group keeps score. Dee's family is from Denby Dale, famous for its giant pies. Butchers and bakers across the UK participate in the annual competition, taking place this month, eager to get their pies rated by the expert bunch. Brush the pastry top thoroughly with the remaining beaten egg and place on a baking tray. The first slice was cut by Umpire Dickie Bird. Denby Dale Pies are still produced in the village today by Country Style Foods Ltd. and we can only wait for the next big occasion when giant Denby Dale Pie No. It all began in 1788, when locals decided to bake a huge pie to celebrate George III’s recovery from mental illness. To make the pastry, put the flour and salt into a bowl and rub in the butter with your fingertips until the mix resembles fine breadcrumbs. Like her mother, Anjie loves to cook a curry. Pie 2 was not baked until 1815 to celebrate victory at the battle of Waterloo. Disaster struck however as while 15,000 people listened to the speeches, the stage collapsed and the crowd waded in to grab a piece of the pie in chaos. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. My birthday was fabulous and alcohol-free this year! Roll out the pastry, cut it into strips and weave them to form the lattice. From sweet and savoury to pork pies and clangers, we explore the glories of this traditional British pastry-covered delight. by Admin | May 5, 2018 | Blog | 0 comments. We abide by the Editors’ Code of Practice and are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism. It provides comfort, both physical and emotional. Don’t forget the mashed potato and greens to serve. A dish large enough was specially made and a pie company from Halifax was hired in for the baking. In a quiet village by the river between Huddersfield and Barnsley an incredible history of pie making is quietly and proudly celebrated. Knead briefly until smooth, wrap in cling film and chill for at least 30 minutes. Perhaps the king’s relapse was a sign of things to come—random incidents, such as a collapsed platform and a rancid pie that had to be buried, have dogged the tradition from the start. Pinch the edges of the dish so that the pastry will stick to it and trim off any remaining pieces of pastry from around the edge. Melt the butter in a pan, stir in the flour and cook for a few minutes, then stir in the infused milk. It was compiled by her mother shortly before she died. She cooks up a meat and potato pie using a recipe handed over for the very first time from her father, who is well known for his perfect pies. Swallowing its pride after the fiasco the week before, Denby Dale baked the Resurrection Pie on 3rd September 1887. The third family live in the Calderdale Valley.