CUMBERLAND Sausage and Apple Pie

[@joannebrown1531]

Absolutely love Cumberland Sausages!!! Mixed with all those flavours from the apples , leeks etcc and all that lovely gravy and mash!!!! What a dish!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. I agree, this is a cracker of a dish. Best, Rik

[@AZ-Sharon]

I love this flavor combo! What would smell/taste better together than pork sausage with apples and onions potato and Cheese? Oh, and cinnamon! Delish! Sharing!😎

[@BackyardChef]

Agreed! Thank you. Best, Rik

[@andy5786]

Wow that looks tasty sausage apple pie thanks class 👍

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Easy one to make, Andy. Best, Rik

[@sharonwilliams2757]

Yummy in my tummy 👌♥️😋

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@allenbrown8158]

A great combo there

[@BackyardChef]

Its a cracking recipe. Works well mate. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@caroleyoung1868]

Cumberland sausages, a favourite of mine. A fantastic meal.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@bill-hunter]

Thank you so much, Rik. For some reason, I usually feel a wee bit down after my physiotherapy, but as always, you bring a huge smile to my face. The last time I had Cumberland pie was around 25 years ago, when I was married to a Cumbrian lass. As always, you've tweaked it to your own style. I've only one complaint, you are assisting me to pile on the weight 😂😂. Thank you, I always await your daily video in anticipation of another excellent meal.

[@BackyardChef]

Fantastic to have you watching, Thank you. Best, Rik

[@PaulaPearce-j6w]

I live in remote Australia where it is very hot but I really enjoy all of your recipes and videos Rik. Thank you for sharing your joy of English food. Simple and delicious 😋

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@CockneyInCumbria]

You make things look so simple Rik looks off the charts wallop

[@BackyardChef]

Mate everything on here is simple - This is flipping delicious - most folks will think this doesn't work - it does. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@chucky2316]

Youre too good rik youre family eat like kings and queens

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@dianeladico1769]

That looks lovely. Your breadcrumb idea reminds me of my grandmother who used fine plain breadcrumbs in her apple strudel to soak up the juices and it worked beautifully. Never occurred to me to use them in a savory dish like this. Thank you so much!

[@BackyardChef]

Not many do remember these old ways. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@mrdangiles90]

Autumn is practically here and the shorts are now retired... food like this just hits the spot on these colder days😋 marvellous stuff Rikmeister!

[@BackyardChef]

So true! Thanks, mate. Best, Rik

[@AZ-Sharon]

Mr. Dan, we haven't "chucked" the shorts yet here in Arizona🤣

[@HaleyEthengain]

Wow what a wonderful recipe I love it I absolutely love this channel always eager to see what he will make next.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@judiparker8816]

Hey Rik, I discovered your channel a few weeks ago and absolutely love it! I think your laid back style and no fuss approach to cooking should make you an honorary Aussie. Here’s some sayings for you: Too easy! No sweat! She’ll be right mate! Go you good thing! I come home from my work (disability support worker), tune in to your channel, relax and totally enjoy the food you cook. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@BackyardChef]

Cheers, Judi. Appreciated. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@lilliankeane5731]

Yummy yummy get into my tummy😂. Looks a beauty Rik. Thank you for all these wonderful tasty recipes! Magnifique!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@tootsie88]

Superb! Superb! Superb! Always great recipes.....keep them coming Rik.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you! Will do! Best, Rik

[@traciemuller1796]

I love the way you implement water in so many recipes…it’s simplistic, but BRILLIANT! I appreciate the hints…amazing recipe❣️ Thanks, Tracie

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@megfreeth4377]

Lovely recipe, just watching whilst eating a miners mix sarnie it’s so tasty ❤❤

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@lynnallen1315]

That would also be really good with mashed sweet potatoes.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@BramptonGardener]

Ohhh looks amazing. Always looking for fun ways to use up apples.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@janegreen9340]

OK - how did you know that this morning I bought sausages and leeks, and how do you know that I’ve been scrumping for apples? This is a new classic.

[@BackyardChef]

Ha ha ha, awesome! Nice recipe this one. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@jennyt966]

I'm looking forward to making this. I love Cumberland sausages. They go very well with apple. I always cook my sausages like you do now. They really do make them nice. Thanks for sharing, Rik.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Nice recipe this, Jenny. Best, Rik

[@JaneJones-lg3bd]

I love the way you cook! That looks wonderful!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@deirdrelewis1454]

Ever since I tried Cumberland sausages in the Lake District, I’ve absolutely loved them! Fortunately, I can get them in Cape Town. This is a must try!!!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@thomasstambaugh5181]

I can't wait to make this. It reminds me of Shepherd's pie with the potatoes and cheese on top, but I love the combination of sausage and apple and I also love the layer of panko crumbs. That gravy looked essential -- perhaps you have a video that describes how you make it. It looks a bit thinner than a roux gravy, and looks delicious.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@SamtheMan0508]

I've made pork chops with apples and onions, but never thought about sausage. I need to try this.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@grannyalliep]

I made squab pie in domestic science many decades ago, it was made with pork sausages, apples, onions and mashed potatoes. it was delicious. Thank you for this video.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@pieinsky3142]

I love all those flavours. I have to make my own sausages, but this dish might be worth the effort.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@Canalcoholic]

Those flavours just work together. I have been making all my own sausages for a few years, and regularly make a pork & leek or pork & apple. Never made a pork, leek & apple ..... yet. Will rectify.

[@davidcook380]

Yummy yummy

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@pixie3760]

I always cook my sausages like this now. So easy and tasty. This recipe is one I'm completely unaware of, it's going to be fun making it. It's my turn to cook for ** The Girls ** this Friday, so this'll give me something really different to cook. Thanks Rik.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@Gordon_Highlander]

I WAS SLIVATING WATCHING YOU EAT THAT. I LOVE CUMBERLAND SAUSAGE. THE MIX WITH ONION AND LEEKS YUMMM BLOODY YUMMM!!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@AudreyWenham]

Any to spare from that lot you’ve got left over? Yum !!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@joycegemmill8557]

You made me hungry it looked so good! Thank you!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@carolvenables3970]

I've got to try Cumberland sausage thank you my friend 😊

[@BackyardChef]

You are very welcome. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@andysmith819]

Outstanding!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@johnbeard7404]

Looks great.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@MaureenPower-n4y]

Never tried sausage and apple but it does look good enjoy

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@chalkiememe4183]

Ooh I miss Cumberland sausages. I must get some when I go to U.K. next. This looks amazing Rik. I’ve been making so many of your recipes, the Mr bought me a nice kitchen machine, mixer bowl malarkey it makes the cakes, breads etc so much easier than using my poor old hands that’s for sure. He also says he’s going to have to limit my watching your videos because as much as he loves everything, his waist doesn’t 😂

[@BackyardChef]

Fantastic! Ha ha ha mind doesn't either. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@Babbajune]

I want to try this one! It looks superb! ❤❤

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@johnbaldwin143]

Another corker of a recipe Rik. I now always use your method of cooking sausages. The results are outstanding!

[@BackyardChef]

This is a delicious meal, John. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@johnbaldwin143]

@@BackyardChef Apple tree in my back yard and Sausages in the fridge it is on my list Rik Thanks.

[@guyparris4871]

Stunning!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@diane9501]

Another great recipe, i do my sausages your way now Rik its the best way. Thank you, got to try this 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@amandah4834]

That looks beautiful Rik thank you for something so different , my hubby dislikes cinnamon so I will just be leaving that out ,Amanda xx

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@joniangelsrreal6262]

Greetings Master Chef…❤️ S.E.Michigan here sending love and light to everyone…👨🏼‍🍳

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@maynelson7439]

Can't wait to try this❤

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@patricialongworth2520]

I tried this and it’s absolutely delicious. I didn’t do the breadcrumbs but it was so tasty. Thank you. Love your recipes.

[@BackyardChef]

Glad you liked it!! Thank you. Best, Rik

[@malcolmpeacock2978]

Can't get Cumberland sausages here in France easily so we ended up with herb sausages and added some mustard powder into the apple mix. Cheated a bit using frozen mash but it was really great! Yet another classic recipe, which one could say why didn't we think of that. Thanks very much Rik.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@mamazockt]

I haven’t seen a dish like that, I would love to try it. I sometimes fry liver with onions and apples, served with mashed potatoes. Meat and apples to together very well.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@heidid5275]

Ok. Where’d that gravy come from?! Looks really delicious, Rik. I love this flavor combo. Perfect for the fall. Too bad it’s over 80 degrees here in Boston!! Thank you for the tutorial…

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Its cool here, mind you its morning and its rainy season - its a real nice pleasant 27c at the moment 80.2f (Thailand) Best, Rik

[@michaelpierce3264]

love this one I think I’m going to substitute the sausage for pork loin

[@BackyardChef]

Will work just great! Thank you. Best, Rik

[@davidmilke4324]

Just came across one of your old vids, you where cooking with your wife. What a lovely lady. This recipe is brilliant as usual. Many thanks for the entertainment.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@Getpojke]

Lovely. I like food history & cook a lot of historical dishes. So always makes me sad that we rarely pair fruit & meat as much as we used to. Some still go together, tomatoes, apples, lingonberry or redcurrant. But its rare. Was thinking as I watched you make this delicious pie, that dried apricots would be a good analogue for the apples. May have to add a wee bit more liquid though. All these great meals you're doing are perfect as the weather is getting colder, will be having this for dinner this week.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@vivienwade4378]

Omg 😮😮😮😋😋😋

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@tonistoian1480]

😋😋😋😋😋😋😋

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@albuchanan]

Carnt wait to make this dish, just got to eat all the other dishes I've made in the freezer 😂

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@albuchanan]

@@BackyardChef could i put 500ml of scrumpy sour cider in as well as adding the sausages back in like the Irish Guinness pie for a gravy or would it be too strong in flavour or just ruin it.

[@TheRattyBiker]

I've been using your sausage method for a while now and it really does work a treat at enhancing the flavour and texture. Unfortunately a lot of sausages in the UK now don't have a casing so they can tend to stick or go knobbly - still works though. The method makes sense though as a lot of good, high meat content Europen sausages are pre-boiled, Bratwurst for example.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

That is similar to the cabbage,onion,and apple combo I use with pork.Mashed potatoes go well with it too.I saw chicken sausage with apple the other day,I can’t remember if I bought that one,I must check my freezer,I did buy both chicken brats,and Italian,I think the other was chicken,and cheese.😊

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@andymarriott8150]

This looks amazing and for those who have a vegetarian in the family you can also use vegetarian sausages but they would need to be a really good quality

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@christiner302]

Got lots of Bramleys at the moment but ordinary biutcher's sausage. It'll still be good. This is a definite dinner.

[@BackyardChef]

Yes will be good. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@FlavorMK]

Yummy 😋😋 testy

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@FlavorMK]

@@BackyardChef welcome 🤗🤗

[@melanyrunyan7982]

Looks so good! Now, I have to google Cumberland sausage. I have no idea what it tastes like so I can substitute. Thank you.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@debmacdonald1661]

Oh, yumm! I've just had a thought. A lot of the fillings, perhaps with a little tweek, could be turned into hand pies...?

[@BackyardChef]

Indeed! Thank you. Best, Rik

[@andrewcoates6641]

@@BackyardChefthe combination of pork and apple in a hand raised pie is already in existence and known as a Fidget Pie, which is usually produced entirely encased in a hot water pastry crust. I don’t know if this would be the answer to the previous comment about a “hand-pie”.

[@roystonfarquhar9683]

You are right, this is a very unusual recipe. Still, it is worth a try - will have to make my own Cumberlands as it is not available in the RSA.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@leighDrusllalyle2304]

Hi Rik, this is an intriguing recipe (an idea for the Bramley apples that we get in our garden from our one remaining ancient apple tree from an orchard that dates back to the Norman times - it’s chronicled in the Domesday book) I usually use the apples for Xmas mince meat. One question about how you cook up your Cumberlands: while we do get the bangers from time to time, we mainly get the Cumberland chipolatas, can we cook our chipolatas up the same way (oil and water)? Thanks Rik! PS EVERYTHING tastes better with CHEEEEZE! OH YUMMMMM

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@leighDrusllalyle2304]

@@BackyardChef Do chipolatas sausages cook as well as bangers do using your oil/water method?

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

Like deployed 👍

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@clarkbrady2786]

How delicious. I wonder what kind of sausage to use❓

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@wwsuwannee7993]

I really notice how you "chuck" things in the pot :) We Yanks usually say "throw"...just an interesting observation. I find it interesting noticing the variations of all the English speakers across the globe. As far as this recipe...it's a dandy...good one Rik. Unfortunately, I have to make my own Cumberland sausage when I find the time (I have to either order or make rusk), it's really hard to find around here or in most parts. A quick storebought brat would sub in a pinch I'm thinking. Again...this is a good one, I would eat this at least once a week :)

[@BackyardChef]

Brats would work just great. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@dianeladico1769]

This Yank used to say 'toss' until some UK friends told me that's not a word used in polite company on their side of the Pond.

[@BackyardChef]

@@dianeladico1769 Thank you. Best, Rik

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

If you live close to a city with an Indian population,they always sell rusk in their markets in their cookie isle.

[@christiner302]

I made this last night. The leek, onion, apple combination is inspired. I didn't add cinnamon as I'm not fond of it in savoury dishes. I think the panko breadcrumbs on top would be nice. I'll be making this again. I wonder if it would work with meaty fish.

[@BackyardChef]

Yes indeed! Thank you. Best, Rik

[@heatherlewis3713]

Hi 👋 from Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺. I watched this right on lunchtime. This looks really yummy 😋. I'd love to know how to make a Cumberland Pork Sausage. I have a Sausage maker fitting I can put on my Kenwood mixer. I have to be careful with Sausages because they can contain additives & I'm Asthmatic.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@harrygood4783]

Hi Rik, Come Mate! you and Finese go together like Pork and Apple, i think this filling would make a decent pastie or a medium pie with flaky/puff pastry and you could still mix alittle cheesy mash as bulk filling on the top/bottom, what do think buddy a go-a or faffy idea.

[@BackyardChef]

Lovely! Thank you. Best, Rik

[@andrewcoates6641]

If I may make a suggestion, you could add a handful of raisins or sultanas pre soaked in your preferred alcohol to the apples instead of the cinnamon for an added flavour bomb or for a child friendly version plump the dried fruit in apple juice or a low alcohol cider/ apple cider vinegar.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@clywat57]

😋

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@chucky2316]

Have you ever done devilled kidneys rik apparently it was a breakfast item for upper class british people in victorian times. But in 2024 its readily availble and to make for us mere peasents and woodsmen 😂

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

Love deviled kidneys,I make them all the time,use to make them with lamb kidneys,but they are very hard to find these days,so I now make them with pork kidneys,sourced from the Chinese supermarket,and they clean them for you,which is very helpful.😊

[@chucky2316]

@JanetBrown-px2jn I was reading about them the other day, sound nice. What it was to be upper class in victorian times

[@BackyardChef]

No not on the channel. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@chucky2316]

@BackyardChef maybe a new idea for you rik yum 😋

[@kimquinn7728]

Is 'Cumberland' the name of the area the recipe is from? Is it a style of sausage? What type of sausage is it, please? A mild Italian sausage? A brat? We have a UK import store a couple of towns away, here in Massachusetts, USA and they sell sausages. I want to have the correct type. I think I would chop a few tbsp's of fresh sage and drop that in to the apple, leek onion mix last minute. Apples and onions and sage!😁 Thank you for helping this yank get the correct ingredients! I want to do your recipe justice!😊

[@kimquinn7728]

I Googled and it said if Bangers are not accessible, use a bratwurst as it is mild, like English Bangers. Sorry for all the questions. That looks delicious!

[@BackyardChef]

Cumberland is an area in the UK - Cumberland sausages have their own spice in slight changes on the ordinary banger. Brats will work just fine here. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@afx7696]

Put Sauerkraut in it too make it so healthy, and kids wont notice the hidden veg will they.

[@BackyardChef]

Go for it! Thank you Best, Rik

[@cliffboulton8763]

It will have to wait until later but there's Saturdays dinner sorted. 72 hours to wait. Can I do it??

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@cliffboulton8763]

Reply to Myself!! Due to "Circumstances beyond my Control", Saturday is a No No, and Cumberland Sausage is off the Menu. So, it's Friday and Pork Chipolatas but it's a taster I'm looking forward to. I'm an 82 year old bloke and I just love messing about with different ways of cooking. I wasn't built for Hammers and Spanners,. (NO, I do NOT bat for the other side!!) They just baffle me.

[@Shirley-t1y]

Probably a stupid question... but I don't understand all the different onions. I have never bought anything but white/yellow onions, red onions, and sometimes a Vidalia. But recipes everywhere call for onions, leeks, green onions, shallots, etc. Why? Is there really a difference? An onion is an onion, isn't it? Btw.. great recipe.. pork goes so well with onions, apples, and cheese. And sweet potatoes. :) I used to take slabs of sweet potatoes, slices of apples, slices of onions, and boneless pork chops... coat them all with oil and a spice mix (like Italian spices). Then I would stand them all up in a row in a pan and bake. Awesome flavors. Shirley in NH

[@BackyardChef]

An onion is an onion in my eyes too! Leeks are milder in flavour. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@HaleyEthengain]

How can I properly clean leeks cause I really like them I just have a hard time cleaning them properly.

[@BackyardChef]

Rinse under the tap. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@sarahshaw5360]

Rik, ya do realise if ya keep on making this gorgeous food we; re all gona be as fat as pigs cos once we ve seen it we ve got to eat it lolololololol xx

[@BackyardChef]

Sarah, you got some catching up to do with this fat man. Ha ha ha. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@JamieW-o7b]

Wicked! But gravy or custard?

[@BackyardChef]

Thank you. Best, Rik

[@reginaweiner3817]

What's a good substitute for Cumberland sausage?

[@BackyardChef]

What ever you like to eat. Thank you. Best, Rik

[@reginaweiner3817]

@@BackyardChef 'sok. I found the recipe. Nothing is a proper substitute for the real thing here. You have flung a cravin' on me.

[@andrewcoates6641]

@@reginaweiner3817if I may suggest you could either speak with a local butcher/ sausage maker, about creating a Cumberland style sausage for him to sell, or you could make a mix of such a style of sausage for yourself and include some diced apples in your recipe. You can obtain sausage skins from a few sources of butchery suppliers and have them sent out by mail order on line. This is also a source for a range of seasoning mixes for homemade sausages and they also can supply a small scale sausage stuffing machine or you can just use a plastic funnel to stuff your own skins.

[@reginaweiner3817]

@@andrewcoates6641 Thank you. I also have gear for sausage making, and I just bumped into a recipe for Cumberland sausage on YT in my possession. From the outside it looks like German Bratwurst, but that gravy and the spices are in another dimension.

[@JohnSmith-ci7qo]

We don't have Cumberland Pork Sausages at my butcher in Australia ... will regular pork ones be ok ?

[@BackyardChef]

Any sausage. Thank you. Best, Rik