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A traditional savory pie made with pigeon meat

Pigeon pie is a traditional savory dish that has been enjoyed in various cultures for centuries. It typically consists of a pastry crust filled with pigeon meat and other ingredients, such as vegetables and spices. Pigeon pie is known for its rich flavor and is often served as a main course.

History[edit]

Pigeon pie has a long history, dating back to medieval times when it was a popular dish among the nobility. The use of pigeons in cooking was common due to their availability and the ease of keeping them in dovecotes. Over time, pigeon pie became a staple in British cuisine, particularly during the Victorian era.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of pigeon pie involves several steps. First, the pigeons are cleaned and their meat is seasoned with herbs and spices. Common seasonings include thyme, rosemary, and black pepper. The meat is then combined with vegetables such as carrots, onions, and celery.

The mixture is placed into a pie dish and covered with a pastry crust, which can be made from shortcrust pastry or puff pastry. The pie is then baked until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.

Variations[edit]

There are many variations of pigeon pie, depending on regional preferences and available ingredients. In some recipes, bacon or ham is added for extra flavor. Others may include mushrooms or potatoes. In modern adaptations, chicken or other meats may be used as a substitute for pigeon.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Pigeon pie holds cultural significance in several countries. In the United Kingdom, it is often associated with traditional British cuisine and is sometimes served at special occasions and celebrations. In Morocco, a similar dish known as b'stilla is made with squab and phyllo dough.

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-'''Pigeon pie''' is a type of [[meat pie]] made from [[pigeon]] meat, and is a part of various [[cuisine]]s around the world. The dish has a long history, with records of its preparation dating back to the [[Roman Empire]].
+{{short description|A traditional savory pie made with pigeon meat}}
+{{For|the song by the same name|Pigeon Pie (song)}}
-== History ==
+[[File:Pigeon_pie_with_beetroot.jpg|thumb|right|A serving of pigeon pie with beetroot garnish]]
-Pigeon pie has been a part of human diet for centuries. The earliest known recipes for pigeon pie come from the Roman Empire, specifically from the cookbook ''[[Apicius]]''. The dish was also popular in [[Medieval cuisine|medieval Europe]], where it was often served at banquets and special occasions.
+'''Pigeon pie''' is a traditional savory dish that has been enjoyed in various cultures for centuries. It typically consists of a pastry crust filled with pigeon meat and other ingredients, such as vegetables and spices. Pigeon pie is known for its rich flavor and is often served as a main course.
-In the [[United States]], pigeon pie was a common dish among the [[Pennsylvania Dutch]], who raised pigeons for their meat. The dish is also a traditional part of [[British cuisine]], particularly in the [[Midlands]] and [[Northern England]].
+==History==
+Pigeon pie has a long history, dating back to medieval times when it was a popular dish among the nobility. The use of [[pigeon]]s in cooking was common due to their availability and the ease of keeping them in [[dovecotes]]. Over time, pigeon pie became a staple in British cuisine, particularly during the [[Victorian era]].
-== Preparation ==
+==Preparation==
+The preparation of pigeon pie involves several steps. First, the [[pigeon]]s are cleaned and their meat is seasoned with herbs and spices. Common seasonings include [[thyme]], [[rosemary]], and [[black pepper]]. The meat is then combined with vegetables such as [[carrots]], [[onions]], and [[celery]].
-The primary ingredient in pigeon pie is pigeon meat, which is known for its rich, gamey flavor. The meat is typically combined with various [[herbs]] and [[spices]], such as [[thyme]], [[sage]], and [[black pepper]], to enhance its flavor. Other common ingredients include [[onion]]s, [[carrot]]s, and [[mushroom]]s.
+The mixture is placed into a pie dish and covered with a pastry crust, which can be made from [[shortcrust pastry]] or [[puff pastry]]. The pie is then baked until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
-The pie is usually made with a [[shortcrust pastry]], which is filled with the pigeon meat and other ingredients, then baked until the pastry is golden and the filling is cooked through. Some recipes also include a layer of [[jelly]] or [[aspic]] on top of the filling, which adds moisture and flavor to the pie.
+==Variations==
+There are many variations of pigeon pie, depending on regional preferences and available ingredients. In some recipes, [[bacon]] or [[ham]] is added for extra flavor. Others may include [[mushrooms]] or [[potatoes]]. In modern adaptations, [[chicken]] or other meats may be used as a substitute for pigeon.
-== Variations ==
+==Cultural Significance==
+Pigeon pie holds cultural significance in several countries. In the [[United Kingdom]], it is often associated with traditional British cuisine and is sometimes served at special occasions and celebrations. In [[Morocco]], a similar dish known as [[b'stilla]] is made with [[squab]] and [[phyllo dough]].
-There are many variations of pigeon pie around the world. In [[Moroccan cuisine]], pigeon pie, or ''[[pastilla]]'', is a traditional dish made with pigeon meat, [[almonds]], [[cinnamon]], and [[sugar]], wrapped in [[filo]] pastry and dusted with [[icing sugar]]. In [[Chinese cuisine]], pigeon pie is often made with [[ginger]], [[garlic]], and [[soy sauce]], and is typically served with [[rice]].
+==Related pages==
+* [[Pie]]
+* [[Pigeon]]
+* [[British cuisine]]
+* [[Game meat]]
-== See also ==
-* [[List of pies, tarts and flans]]
-* [[Game (hunting)]]
-* [[Squab (food)]]
-[[Category:Meat pies]]
-[[Category:Poultry dishes]]
 [[Category:British cuisine]]
-[[Category:Medieval cuisine]]
+[[Category:Savoury pies]]
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+[[Category:Meat dishes]]