I know it’s your version but I’m a Kiwi and I’ve been making bacon and egg pies for 60yrs, I have never cooked the onions or the bacon , I put everything into my pie crust raw, by the time the pie is cooked so are the onions and bacon, I also put chopped mushrooms, tomatoes, capsicums, then slightly beaten eggs with little milk and some pepper, I don’t put salt in just in case bacon a little salty.

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Sounds Fantastic - Would love to try your pie. Best, Rik

@darranhatten7460

Ай бұрын

Your recipe sounds amazing with the additional ingredients. I also do it your way and put the ingredients in raw. I would like to try it Rik’s way the browning would make a beautiful flavour but I think laziness will likely win. 😂

Growing up this was my dad’s go to for our frequent road trips - I appreciate having a recipe for it.

@BackyardChef

Ай бұрын

That is awesome!. Thank you. Best, Rik

@deniseshergold59

Ай бұрын

Looks so tasty Rick,wish I was there to share it with you ,a brilliant recipe from my childhood,you have made my mouth water!❤😊

That is one good looking pie, love watching.❤😊

@BackyardChef

Ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

This is a new one for me. Nice brunch offering or when you have a small group to feed.

@BackyardChef

Ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

My mum was making bacon and egg and cheese pie (or flan) when I was a kid and long before anyone had heard of ‘quiche Lorraine’.

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

I agree with streaky bacon, it’s all I use. Fat is flavour. I always save my leftover bacon fat too. Thanks for this recipe Rick, will be making this pie this week. It’s a nice treat for lunch at work.🙏

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

Another classic, thanks - great for a picnic. Roll on summer 😎

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

Enjoy! Thank you. Best, Rik

Yummy looking pie.

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Dennis. Best, Rik

Yum. I could eat that whole thing, it looks so delicious. Thank you.

@BackyardChef

Ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

Looks delicious, I'm definitely going to try your way, Thanks for that. Cheer's, kiwi

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kerz. Best, Rik

My mum used to make this minus the herbs when I was a kid I'm 64 now 😅 and I'm British

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

Well it reminds me of time I lived in England. It looks marvelous

Just tried this amazing recipe, was delicious. Thanks for this informative video 👍

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it. Thank you. Best, Rik

Just come across this video. Better late than never. Very nice bacon, egg pie. Real comfort food. Make mine with short crust and add diced mushroom and onions, either tomatoes or baked beans . Got say scrumpious. Making one this weekend, but always enjoy these videos of other variations whatever dishes being produced. Well done Sir.

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

@bb21again.67

3 ай бұрын

There's a kiwi guy who does his take on it which is just a hoot listening to Kiwi accent. Cooking for students,I think.

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

@@bb21again.67 I have no idea thanks for sharing. Best Rik

I made this it was yummy thank you

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. Best, Rik

This is my dinner tonight; thanks for this Chef.

@BackyardChef

2 жыл бұрын

you are welcome Bryan - let me know how you get on! best, Rik

@moorwalks

2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardChef Its in the oven now Rik, fingers crossed 👍

@moorwalks

2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous, had mine with beans and toast like a breakfast... I think I made too big a pie 😂

@BackyardChef

2 жыл бұрын

@@moorwalks Its great cold mate

Another good one Rik 👍 I'll have a slice with homemade chips and beans bread and butter and don't forget my cup of Yorkshire tea please 😂

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

️️Thank you. Best, Rik

Looks delicious! Mushrooms might be a nice touch ;-)

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Check out the Beef Steak and Mushroom its scheduled and will be live in 4 days. Best, Rik

This one of those dishes that is more method than recipe. My mother, originally from Lancashire, made it with bacon and beaten eggs. Arriving in NZ she was puzzled by the local habit of making it with whole eggs. A friend used ham rather than bacon. Vegetables vary, onions, peas, tomatoes sliced. Seasonings vary, pepper and a little salt to more exotic versions. Curry, smoked paprika, fresh herbs. I do the bacon first then use some of the rendered fat to cook the onions. I doubt there is 'wrong' way to make a bacon & egg pie.

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

I agree! Thank you. Best, Rik

What's New Zealand got to do with it? My family have been making this in England for generations, and we had it for school dinners in the 1960s and 70s. Surely, its an English classic.

@BackyardChef

6 ай бұрын

read away - The bacon and egg pie, a classic dish in New Zealand cuisine, has a history that intertwines with the country's British heritage. This pie, which is essentially a savory pastry filled with bacon, eggs, and often onions and cheese, reflects the British influence on New Zealand's culinary traditions. 1. British Influence: The origins of the bacon and egg pie can be traced back to the British meat pie, a staple in British cuisine. When British settlers arrived in New Zealand in the 19th century, they brought with them their culinary traditions, including the meat pie. 2. Adaptation and Evolution: Over time, the traditional British meat pie was adapted to local tastes and ingredients in New Zealand. The bacon and egg pie emerged as a distinct variant, prized for its simplicity and the availability of ingredients. Bacon, a common meat in New Zealand, became a staple ingredient, paired with eggs to create a hearty and filling pie. 3. Popularity and Variations: The bacon and egg pie gained popularity across New Zealand, becoming a common feature at local gatherings, picnics, and family meals. Variations of the pie began to appear, with some recipes including peas, tomato, mushrooms, or cheese, allowing for personalisation according to individual tastes. 4. Cultural Significance: In New Zealand, the bacon and egg pie is more than just a dish; it's a part of the country's culinary identity. It represents a fusion of British culinary heritage with New Zealand's local produce and flavours. The pie is often associated with casual, home-cooked meals and is a beloved comfort food for many New Zealanders. 5. Modern Interpretations: In recent years, the bacon and egg pie has seen modern interpretations by chefs and home cooks alike. Gourmet versions with artisanal ingredients, unique seasoning blends, and creative pastry designs have elevated the pie from a simple, rustic dish to a more sophisticated culinary creation. In summary, the bacon and egg pie is a quintessential New Zealand dish with roots in British culinary traditions, evolving over time to become a beloved part of New Zealand's food culture. Its simplicity, versatility, and comforting nature have cemented its status as a national favourite. Best, Rik

@fatbastard70

4 ай бұрын

Maybe, but do you use kiwi eggs? Or moa eggs?

@raelenemaso3181

3 ай бұрын

​@@BackyardChefthis also applies to au ❤

@garrick3727

2 ай бұрын

My great-aunt was making this in the UK in the 1930s. It hardly needs a genius to come up with the idea of putting egg and bacon in a pie. The kiwi's are not claiming they invented it. It's just something that is very common and traditional there, whereas in the UK it's not recognized as special. Likely it was invented by the first people to have chickens, pigs and flour - who were probably not from the UK or NZ.

What a grand pie. Thanks mate, from an Aussie. This’ll be my next meal when my daughter and grandson visit. Strange thing though, your accent, not Kiwi. All good mate, my folk are Scots.👍😁😂

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

I'm from Yorkshire but been a few places over the years. Last time in OZ 1995 - wow time flies. Best, Rik

great job From a Kiwi

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

My father made a nice egg and bacon pie

Just discovered this, looks wonderful. Can this be frozen once cooked ? Best wishes Rhona

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Yes indeed! Thank you. Best, Rik

The only issue I have (and I mean the only, because it looks eggcellent) is that the pastry on the base looked a little undercooked at the end. Maybe put the base in the oven for 10 minutes before adding filling? Nice video, cheers.

@BackyardChef

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

Never heard of this Kiwi pie. Looks great and I think I would have added the onions too. And maybe a red bell pepper too.

@BackyardChef

2 жыл бұрын

Its one of those pies that you can have any variation - hope all well over in your part of the world Eric. Best, Rik

@EricAlainDufresne

2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardChef fixing up the house, selling it and retiring to Thailand!

@BackyardChef

2 жыл бұрын

@@EricAlainDufresne Big Decision Eric - I wish you all the very best as always.

It’s also an Aussie classic, but mine has a more even distribution of eggs and bacon, yours seems to have a single layer of eggs on top of the bacon. I also like to add chopped spring onions through mine, which goes really well with it.

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Sounds amazing! Thank you. Best, Rik

Now thats a proper pie 👍

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

Scrumptious. I could live on bacon and eggs and aubergine and cheese lol

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Me too! Thank you. Best, Rik

Yes, as a Kiwi myself, this is almost how I make mine. I grill the bacon in strips. I put a layer of eggs, with a light sprinkle of grated chees, then lay the bacon strips over them, then another layer of eggs. I slice the onions rather than chop them. This makes a less dense pie. I only prick the egg yolks without whisking them, as I like the chunks of yolk. Not too much cheese or onion, it is a bacon and egg pie after all, not a quiche. Be careful not to over cook it and dry it out, unless I got lucky and my pie tray is just the right depth that the pastry and fillings finish at the same time? Cheers

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

I made Bacon and egg pie the other night, used your recipe for pastry, but used vinegar didn't have apple cider vinegar! I didn't cook anythink beforehand, but it is a bit bland especially without onion! I have always put onion in Quiches, but reading my Australian Golden Wattle cookbook ( had this book since home economics) they just had it plain! Next time will make it more quiche like i think! Not sure why they call it a Kiwi classic when it has been made in Australia many moons ago!

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

@alisonsmith4801

4 ай бұрын

Think the North East of England wants a word with you.... one of my Nana's staples on her baking day.... and she learnt it from her Mam . Nothing better than a big slice coming in from school on a Winters day.

Yes, I would definitely fry the bacon first. I’d also add some seasoning like Cajun maybe? But it’s a very nice pie.

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I add crushed pineapple and frozen peas just for good taste

@BackyardChef

Ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

Some mushies would have been a great addition plus as a kiwi it must have peas in it .😊

@BackyardChef

3 ай бұрын

Oh Yes! I could do that right now. Thank you. Best, Rik

@garrick3727

2 ай бұрын

I like the peas idea.

I'm a kiwi living in the US. I would cook the bacon first because US bacon has like 20 times more fat than nz bacon. Unlike NZ has many types of bacon. US makes all their bacon the same usually.

@BackyardChef

5 ай бұрын

Yes, unfortunately ingredients around the world are not the same and we have to adapt. Can be challenging sometimes. Best, Rik

Looks good. But I would have added some garlic, bell peppers, and mushrooms and made it creamier. Looks a little dry. But will try it. Not sure what's Kiwi about it

@fatbastard70

4 ай бұрын

We use kiwi eggs, not hen's eggs.

Is it egg & bacon, or bacon & eggs? It can't be both surely. But it does look good whichever way you say it.

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Best, Rik

@kiwihib

4 ай бұрын

Bacon and egg here in New Zealand.

Surely Its Keith Chegwin !!

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

So boring, YAWN!

Isn’t this just a rustic quiche? Looks good either way.

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Its definitely rustic the way I make things. Best, Rik

Shoulda put some tomatoes in there to keep it moist.

@BackyardChef

5 ай бұрын

Great addition. Best, Rik

where is the cream chef?

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Some do - best, Rik

I don’t think its a 'kiwi' classic 😂. It's been around forever!

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

So its a classic then! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@jemmajames6719

3 ай бұрын

Always thought it was a classic English dish.

I thought they were called quiche lorraine german/french

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

No Lorraine here - Best, Rik

Bacon was over cooked for me. White pepper adds more flavour than black pepper and you don’t need that salt. Otherwise a nice version of that English (Kiwi my eye) classic.

@BackyardChef

Жыл бұрын

Glad you are watching to learn how to make MY version of the Kiwi pie. Best, Rik

@johnkitchen4699

Жыл бұрын

@@BackyardChef Bacon and egg pie originated in Cornwall in the Middle Ages so hardly a Kiwi classic. Nevertheless, keep giving us these cracking videos.

@fatbastard70

4 ай бұрын

@@johnkitchen4699 But did those Cornwallers use kiwi eggs? Or kereru eggs? I bet they just used boring old Cornwall hen's eggs.

You need a decent knife mate... or get it sharpened by a professional.

@BackyardChef

Ай бұрын

Nah! Thank you. Best, Rik

He used 12eggs in that pie the recipe said 6

@BackyardChef

4 ай бұрын

I love it when someone comments after reading the recipe - WRONGLY!!!!!!! I used 11 Go away and read it again then disappear to another channel and moan

Heavy breathing

@BackyardChef

7 ай бұрын

Unfit fat old. Best, Rik