Game Pie

Method:

1. Pre-heat oven to 200°C: 400°F
2. Remove the flesh from the game, cut into strips.
3. Line a greased pie mould with pastry, reserving enough to for the lid.
4. Place a layer of bacon at the base of the mould.
5. Cover with a layer of half the sausage meat, then a layer of game, the remaining sausage meat and finally the mushrooms - season and add herbs between each layer.
6. Roll out the remaining pastry to make a lid and cover the pie.
7. Press to seal, trim and decorate.
8. Brush with beaten egg, to provide a glaze.
9. Cut a hole in the centre, to allow steam to escape.
10. Bake for 30 minutes.
11. Reduce heat to 150°C: 300°F
12. Bake for 1½ hours.
13. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
14. Heat the aspic just enough to melt, pour into the pie through the steam vent using a funnel.
15. Chill for 6-8 hours before serving.