Sorghum and Bourbon Pecan Pie Every now and then the universe conspires to make sure that I pay attention to something and in the last few months it has been throwing sorghum syrup at me left and right. This sweetener is far from new, as Ronni Lundy beautifully explains in her new book Sorghum’s […]
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Banoffee Pie
Banoffee Pie The flavors of caramelized milk and bananas come together in Cheryl and Griffith Day’s version of Banoffee Pie. This recipe and the Marshmallow–Chocolate Cookie Sammies are from their book, from Back in the Day Bakery Made with Love. Make sure to read through the recipe before beginning. You must figure in the time […]

English Pea and Ricotta Tart
English Pea and Ricotta Tart for the Perfect Savory Brunch Wait to make this tart when you can get garden fresh peas. The season is short, which is why we have brought this recipe to you in plenty of time to plan. And take advantage of frozen puff pastry, which can be found in […]

Blueberry Ginger Hand Pies
Portable Hand Pies from Gale Gand’s Lunch! Depending on where you live you might not have to wait until July to make these portable Blueberry Ginger Hand Pies. Hand pies seem to be experiencing a renaissance and it is easy to see why. Individual portions, easy to hold, easy to pack and fun to make. […]

Poached Seckel Pear and Almond Tart
A Pear Tart from Food Stylist Jesse Szewczyk The beautiful tart above was developed and styled by our friend Jesse Szewczyk. He is a graduate from the Culinary Institute of America and produced this tart and image for us exclusively with photographer Sara Walsh. Read our full interview with Jesse to learn more about his approach to food, food […]

Jefferson Davis Pie
Dates, Pecans and Brown Sugar Under a Meringue Topping Vintage Piesby Anne Collins is filled with expected recipes like Coconut Cream and Cherry Pie but the entire chapter on Transparent Pies is what caught my attention. Have you heard of or tasted transparent pie, sugar pie, amber pie or vinegar pie? These are simple pies […]

Stack Pie
Old-Fashioned Stack Pie I bet the image made you stop and stare. It certainly had that affect on me! As described below by author Anne Collins, this is a very old-fashioned pie that has practical applications. Easy to make with pantry staples, this will certainly turn heads at your next gathering. This recipe and her […]

Jungle Pie with Chocolate Crust, Banana Slices & Chunky Coconut Topping
Raw Pie Featuring Cocoa, Brazil Nuts and Dates Rawsome Vegan Bakingby Emily von Euw is a great intro to raw desserts because this girl knows her way around the raw kitchen. Her desserts are enticing and decadent while being simple to prepare at the same time. Don’t be put off by the several components. They […]

Chilled Chocolate Espresso Torte with Toasted Hazelnut Crust
Vegan and GF – a Delightful, Rich Chocolate Torte Hazelnuts, oats and coconut oil form the basis for this vegan and GF crust. The filling is packed with flavor and texture from soaked cashews, agave, cocoa powder and chocolate. Lush and rich and completely vegan and GF, this Chilled Chocolate Espresso Torte with Toasted Hazelnut Crust […]

Classic Chocolate Pudding Pie
Creamy Chocolate Pudding in a Crumb Crust This is a simple, comfort food dessert. Creamy chocolate pudding nestled in a crisp and crumbly crust. Eat with a spoon curled up in a chair and it is as comforting as a hug. This recipe uses our Easy One Pot Chocolate Pudding poured into a crumb crust. […]

Apple Pie with Aged Havarti Crust
Make an Apple Pie with Havarti for National Pie Day! Did you know that 1/23 is National Pie Day? In 1986 the American Pie Council (yes, there is one) declared this cold day towards the end of January as the day to make and eat pie. Why? I have no idea, but I will take […]

Key Lime Pie (vegan)
Vegan Key Lime Pie from Sticky Fingers Bakery Maybe you know Doron Petersan‘s vegan baked goods from her Washington D.C. bakery or from her appearances (and win!) on Cupcake Wars? Or maybe you frequent their Seoul Korea branches? This smart cookie has taken her delectable vegan goodies across the globe and now we have them here. […]

Coconut & Pineapple Pie
A Pie with the Taste of the Tropics Kim Nelson might be known for her cakes through her business Daisy Cakes but she is also a crackerjack pie baker. This Coconut & Pineapple Pie recipe makes 2 pies, so there will be plenty to share. Don’t miss our interview and her Geraldine’s Italian Cream Cake that features […]

Swedish Apple Pie
Whole Wheat Flour Adds Flavor and Fiber This gorgeous pie takes just 2 steps to make – and it is fine for diabetics.The editors fromTaste of Home have put together an entire cookbook for those who are living with the disease and it focuses on what fabulous foods you can include in your structured diet. Also check […]

Apple Crumb Slab Pie with Pat-In Crust
Quick-to-Make Apple Pie to Feed a Crowd This title might be a mouthful but the recipe couldn’t be easier. An oil-based pat-in crust that comes together in a flash, a juicy apple filling and a crumb topping assembled in a rimmed sheet pan yields a “slab pie” that feeds a party. This is the quickest […]