Division 3.2 Description of product to which the name in point 1 applies

Melton Mowbray Pork Pies have a bow walled pastry case and the pastry is golden brown in colour with a rich texture. The pork filling is uncured and the colour of roast pork. The texture filling is moist and particulate. As per the EU definition of meat, the meat content of the whole product must be at least 30 %. Between the filling and the pastry wall is a layer of jelly.

In flavour, the pastry has a rich, baked taste while the filling is full of meaty flavour and seasoned in particular with pepper. The pies must be free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives. They are sold in a variety of sizes and weights and through a range of outlets including traditional butchers’ shops, supermarkets, delicatessens and food service outlets.