National Pi(e) Day :: 12 Sweet & Savory Recipes

Here's a day we can all sink our teeth into! National Pie Day! Sweet, Savory, Vegetarian, Healthy, Decadent... whatever your desire there's a pie for your palate! (Don't have time to bake one from scratch? Head on over to your local bakery... I won't tell, I promise!)

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The Simple Veganista has a marvelous Mediterranean Pizza for those preferring something on the lighter, healthier side.

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The Merchant Baker shows us that a slab pie is every bit a pie despite its shape! This Cherry Apricot version would also be lovely packed up in my picnic basket this summer! 

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I love the idea of this pie - Chicken, green chiles and potato. There's something rather new and yet familiar here... A chicken pot pie with a Mexican inspired twist perhaps? Hop on over to The Wicked Noodle for this inventive recipe.

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Hello Apple Pie! You will always be my Number One! There's something about the warm apples, the cinnamon and spices that calls to me. It's comfort. Pure comfort. Sometimes the unstructured informality of a galette is even better. Good Housekeeping has this recipe.

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Savory, Vegetarian Mushroom Spinach pie is a fun take on a traditional Spanakopita. The Pampered Hostess has the recipe for you.

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Though traditionally Tomato Pie is served in the summertime when tomatoes are in season, I actually prefer this when tomatoes are slightly less than perfect. I like my ripest, freshest tomatoes raw, right off the vine. Any other can be baked into a pie! Southern Boy Dishes shares this recipe.

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Meat pies. Don't scrunch up your nose. They're popular in the UK and in Australia. And for good reason. Hearty and flavorful they're perfect for a cool March night. Recipe Tin Eat shares these mouthwatering, mini savory treats.

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Beef pot pie. Our American version of the meat pie and the traditional Steak and Kidney Pie and a good alternative to chicken pot pie. And heartier too, for those days when you need such. Good Dinner Mom shares her recipe.

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Boeuf Bourguignon Pot Pie. I needn't say more, do I? This deliciousness can be found over at the Bon Appetit website. 

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Chicken Pot Pie. Always a comfort food favorite. Lovely Little Kitchen shares her lovely little version.

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White bean and thyme pot pies. Hearty. Rich. Healthy...er! I love beans. And I love anything made in a ramekin! Courtesy of the Minimalist Baker.

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I love David Leibowitz. And I love pasta. And I happen to love pie. And so this Spaghetti Pie is a trifecta in my book!

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