The data reveals that shepherd’s pie and cottage pie are ranked as the UK’s favourite pies with over 164,000 monthly searches combined. There’s a common misconception between shepherd’s and cottage pie, with the simple difference that shepherd’s pie uses lamb and cottage pie uses beef.
When it comes to classic pastry pies, classics such as chicken pie, steak & ale pie and pork pies all featured in the top ten. The most popular vegetarian pies was a cheese & onion pie, with 12,100 monthly searches.
Mimi Morley, recipe development manager at HelloFresh, said: “It’s no surprise shepherd’s pie and cottage pie are still so popular as a staple comfort food. If you want to boost your vegetable intake try incorporating root vegetables or adding a sweet potato to your normal potato topping for added nutrients.
“For a change on a traditional pie, try adding an Indian-inspired twist on a classic with a curried paneer pie. For a vegetarian take on shepherd’s pie, replace minced lamb with lentils and your favourite vegetables for a delicious dinner packed with protein.”
Britain’s top ten pies:
- Shepherd's pie: 90,500 monthly searches
- Cottage pie: 74,000
- Fish pie: 40,500
- Chicken & leek pie: 33,100
- Chicken pie: 22,200
- Chicken & mushroom pie: 18,100
- Steak pie: 14,800
- Steak & ale pie: 14,800
- Pork pie: 12,100
- Cheese & onion pie: 12,100
For more pie recipe inspiration, visit the HelloFresh website.