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The Melton Mowbray Pork Pie

 

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Rich in history, the great Melton Mowbray Pork Pie is a traditional British product that stands shoulder to shoulder with any famous regional speciality from around the globe. 

Often imitated, the true Melton Mowbray Pork Pie is a showcase for the high quality ingredients within.  Simple, high quality ingredients lovingly combined which result in a product that Britain can be proud of.


Essentials of a great Melton Mowbray Pork Pie are:


The meat in a true Melton Mowbray Pork Pie is the finest British uncured pork so when cooked, the meat is a grey colour and not pink.


The firm and crusty pastry should be made with the finest ingredients but the exact details are a closely guarded secret.


The pork is coarsely chopped and a secret blend of seasoning is added.


Baking the pie should be unsupported of any hoop or mould and hence a true Melton Mowbray Pork pie will be irregular in shape have characteristic 'bowed' sides.


After Baking the finest jelly is added to the pie to enhance the flavour and to add a moist but firm texture to the pie.


If in doubt, always look for the 'Authentic Melton Mowbray' logo, this is your guarantee of the truly authentic pie.