Making pie dough is a magical thing. You start with such a few basic ingredients and end up with a marvelous wonder. Many times in the past, I would get very stressed making pie dough. I was worried that the butter would get to warm, that it would clump together during preparation, or that the dough wouldn't pull together at the end. This was all just silly because the dough would always turn out well enough. Now I…GO TO RECIPE …
Holiday Fare
Apple Pie with Crumble Top
Apple pie has always been a long time favorite in my family, especially once I discovered the Apple Peeler/Corer gadget by Williams Sonoma. It really should be called an apple peeler/corer/slicer because it does all this and makes the preparation a joy--so much fun and so easy! So before you make this, go online, or to your nearest William Sonoma store, and get this marvelous tool. You will thank me. Once you have it, read on and get…GO TO RECIPE …
Pumpkin Spice Pie
What is Thanksgiving without pumpkin pie? First make the pie dough and partially bake the crust (see my Pie Dough recipe), then whip up the pie filling and voilà, simple and even nutritious, deliciously spiced heaven on a plate. Pumpkin gives you the added perk of knowing that you are doing your body good...pumpkin is loaded with fiber which aids with digestion, and vitamins A, E, C, K, iron and magnesium which help boost immunity and more. Enjoy!…GO TO RECIPE …
