Being traditional English pork pies Mowbray Fine Foods' pies are "artisan" hand crafted products and as such may vary in size shape and colour, but the quality never wavers.

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The Pork Pie is a traditional British delicacy which traces its origins back to the Midlands of England. It is said that the pie was a compact means by which hunters could carry a hearty snack with them when out in the countryside. The contents of the pie is generally coarsely cut cooked pork with a delicate blend of herbs and spices. The spaces formed between the meat and the outer casing of special "hot water crust" pastry is filled with a luscious aspic "jelly".The huntsman of old had no means of heating food and therefore these pies are traditionally eaten at room temperature, accompanied with mustard, relish or a pickle of your own choice, and maybe a 'jar' of Ale. Or quite simply with some tomato sauce and a cup of tea. Either way, a very satisfying meal in itself.

The pie may be warmed, in which case the much sought after jelly may melt, but it is best served at room temperature.