Cheese Pie
A classic cheese pie recipe with a buttery dough and a tasty cheddar cheese filling. Enjoy on its own for a delicious lunch, a light supper, a summer picnic, or as a welcome addition to the buffet spread for your next party. Give it a go and we guarantee you’ll have a new family favourite.
Ingredients
Pie case
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300 g
Wheat flour
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125 g
Butter
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2 tbsp
Water
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Filling
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3
Eggs
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tsp
Of salt
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1 pinch
Of pepper
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150 g
Grated cheddar cheese
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To serve
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300 g
Salad mix
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Instructions
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Recommended information
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Cheese pie FAQs
What is the difference between cheesecake and cheese pie?
Cheesecake is a baked or unbaked sweet dessert, whereas cheese pie is savoury. Cheesecakes are usually made with soft cheese on a biscuit base, while cheese pie uses cheddar or other flavoursome cheeses along with eggs and milk baked in a pastry crust.
What is UK cheese pie?
Cheese pie is similar to a quiche, made with a pastry crust filled with grated cheddar, eggs, and milk. You can add almost any type of cheese, seasonings and flavours when making your cheese pie.
Do you put egg in cheese pie?
Yes, eggs are usually included in cheese pie. Eggs help to provide structure and texture to the filling, binding the ingredients together as it bakes.
Cheese pie makes for an easy family favourite
This simple cheese pie recipe is a crowd-pleaser. You can adapt the recipe to your family’s tastes by adding different seasonings, herbs, or vegetables, such as spring onions or peppers. If you’re lucky enough to have any leftovers, it’s also delicious cold. Simply slice it up to enjoy with a salad at lunch.
What to serve with cheese pie
Cheese pie can be served with all sorts of accompaniments depending on the occasion. Chips and veg will keep everyone happy for a family dinner, while salad is ideal for a light, summery lunch. You could do some mash or roasties along with whatever vegetables you like. Baked beans pair well with cheese and will certainly keep the kids happy!
How to store cheese pie
You can keep this cheese pie in the fridge for a couple of days after you’ve baked it, well covered with cling film or in an airtight container. Make sure it’s cooled down thoroughly before you cover and put it in the fridge. You can eat it cold or reheat it in the oven or microwave as you like.
