5 Savory Pies and Tarts

Savory pies, tarts and turnovers are delicious warm-me-up dishes as we enter the chillier fall season. Their flaky, crispy crusts and warm, herbed fillings provide perfect refuge from a crisp fall day.

As the days grow shorter, there just doesn't seem to be much better than a warm piece of a savory pie. Fitting for brunches, lunches and dinners alike, these tasty tartlets will leave your taste buds happy and your tummy warmed.

And don't worry about excess pie crust. A good smear of butter, light sprinkling of cinnamon and sugar and a quick bake in the oven make for an easy and delicious after dinner treat.

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Onion and Leek Tart

Leeks and onions are combined with crème fraîche and savory herbs in this savory onion leek tart. Made with homemade pie dough, this buttery and rich dish is perfect for brunch or with salad for a light dinner.

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Pork Pies

Ground pork is cooked with onion, garlic and herbs before being stuffed into a delicious pie crust in this Pork Pie recipe. For a special treat, fold the dough around your pork filling for an empanada-style hand pie that all will love.

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Savory Pear Tart

Ripe pears baked with sage, feta and honey, it just doesn't get much better than that. This sweet and savory dish is not just delicious, but serves as a beautiful centerpiece on any table.

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Bacon, Potato and Leek Turnovers

Filled with mashed potato, bacon, chives and cheese, these little turnovers are a party-friendly version of the twice baked potato. Sophisticated enough for all crowds, but definitely kid-friendly.

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Ham and Swiss Breakfast Pie

Quiche is not just a brunch staple, but also a perfect example of the savory pie. This Ham and Swiss Breakfast Pie is a delicious variation of the more standard quiche. The addition of grits cooked in with the ham, swiss and egg mixture give this breakfast pie some extra texture and taste.

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