8 Best Savory Pies for New Year: Top Choices for Your Celebration

Celebrating the New Year with family and friends calls for good company, loud laughter, and delicious food. Every year, I look forward to trying out new recipes that add a little something extra to the festivities. This year, I decided to explore savory pies—comfort food that’s perfect for sharing.

If you're on the lookout for something that will impress your guests and satisfy their taste buds, check out my list of the 8 Best Savory Pies for New Year: Top Choices for Your Celebration. From classic meat pies to innovative veggie-filled bakes, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.

1. Classic Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken Pot Pie is always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy filling and flaky crust, it’s comfort food at its best.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup peas
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/3 cup butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2 pie crusts

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until blended.
3. Gradually whisk in broth and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened.
4. Add the chicken, carrots, peas, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked.
5. Pour the mixture into the bottom pie crust. Cover with the top crust, seal the edges, and make small slits on top for steam.
6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

2. Beef and Guinness Pie

Rich and hearty, this Beef and Guinness Pie is perfect for a New Year celebration with its robust flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Guinness stout
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 double crust pie dough

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown the beef in a large pot over medium heat, then remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté the onions and garlic until soft.
4. Return the beef to the pot, then stir in flour until the meat is coated.
5. Add Guinness, beef broth, tomato paste, carrots, mushrooms, and thyme. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
6. Let it simmer for 30 minutes or until thickened.
7. Pour into prepared bottom crust, add top crust, cut slashes for steam.
8. Bake for 40 minutes or until crust is golden.

3. Spinach and Feta Pie

This vegetarian dish is packed with flavor, making it a hit even among meat lovers.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pkg phyllo dough

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Sauté garlic and onion in a pan until soft. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
3. In a bowl, mix spinach, feta, ricotta, eggs, salt, and pepper.
4. Lay phyllo sheets in a greased pie pan, brushing each sheet with olive oil.
5. Pour spinach mixture into the phyllo-lined pan.
6. Cover with more phyllo sheets, brushing each with oil.
7. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

4. Shepherd’s Pie

A pie that’s as hearty as it is comforting, Shepherd’s Pie is perfect for a winter celebration.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and boiled
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Brown ground lamb in a skillet, then add onion, carrots, peas, and garlic. Cook until veggies are tender.
3. Stir in tomato paste and beef broth; simmer until thickened.
4. Mash boiled potatoes with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Spread meat mixture in a baking dish, then top with mashed potatoes.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden.

5. Ham and Cheese Quiche

This simple yet delicious quiche is a versatile addition to any party spread.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 1/4 cup diced onions
• 4 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place pie crust in a pie dish.
3. Spread ham, cheese, and onions evenly in the crust.
4. In a bowl, mix eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over ham mixture.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted comes out clean.

6. Mushroom and Leek Pie

Perfect for vegetarians, this Mushroom and Leek Pie is hearty yet light.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Sauté garlic, leeks, and mushrooms in butter until soft.
3. Stir in heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
4. Pour into the pie crust.
5. Cover with a top crust, making slits for steam to escape.
6. Bake for 30 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

7. Seafood Pot Pie

A delicious twist for seafood lovers, this pie is filled with creamy, rich seafood.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, fish)
• 1/2 cup peas
• 1/2 cup carrots, diced
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup seafood stock
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 pie crust

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Melt butter in a pot, then stir in flour until smooth.
3. Gradually whisk in seafood stock and cream. Cook until thickened.
4. Add seafood and veggies; simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Pour into pie crust. Cover with top crust, slit for steam.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

8. Turkey and Cranberry Pie

A post-holiday treat that uses up leftover turkey in a festive way.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 2 cups cooked turkey, cubed
• 1/2 cup cranberries
• 1 cup turkey gravy
• 1/2 cup peas
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Combine turkey, cranberries, gravy, peas, and carrots in a bowl.
3. Pour mixture into pie crust.
4. Cover with top crust, cutting slits for steam.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until crust is golden brown.

Conclusion

These savory pies are sure to bring warmth and joy to your New Year celebration. Each one offers a unique flavor that’ll make your gathering special. Whether you prefer hearty meats or vibrant veggies, there’s a pie here that will make your holiday feast unforgettable. Enjoy and Happy New Year!