pork pie
Britishnoun
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a pie filled with minced seasoned pork
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See porky 2
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Critics say the Scotch egg debate - and related disputes about the status of sausage rolls, pork pies and pizza - shows the measures are inconsistent and open to abuse.
From Washington Times
Critics say the Scotch egg debate — and related disputes about the status of sausage rolls, pork pies and pizza — shows the measures are inconsistent and open to abuse.
From Seattle Times
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said products like stilton and Melton Mowbray pork pies would continue to have legal protection during the transition period as part of the EU's scheme.
From BBC
A supermarket has said it will not sell its vegan version of the traditional pork pie in the Leicestershire town synonymous with the savoury favourite.
From BBC
Melton Mowbray pork pies are distinctive as they are made from uncured pork, to ensure the inside is grey in colour.
From BBC
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