The Great British Bake Off (2010)

Episode Overview

Title: Pies Week Plot: The quest for the title of Britain's top amateur baker continues with Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins as the competition enters its fifth round, focusing on pies. With only seven bakers left, the stakes are high to avoid the infamous soggy bottom. As the bakers whip up their signature family pies, the tent is filled with enticing scents, aiming to wow judges Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry. While some choose traditional flaky or rough puff pastry, others take daring risks. The technical challenge poses a significant hurdle for lifelong vegetarian Jason, who struggles to present six perfectly baked pork pies. The episode concludes with a sweet showstopper challenge featuring meringue pies, where the judges seek crisp pastry, luscious custard, and flawless meringue topping.