Butternut squash pie is a simple and tasty pastry dish made with a dough of flour, salt, butter, milk, and egg, and a filling of butternut squash, often with caramelized onions and parmesan cheese. It is a great snack and perfect for small gatherings, served in winter when butternut squash is in season. The dough […]
Chess pie is a sweet dessert similar to pecan pie, but without pecans. It may have originated in England and is sometimes called a translucent cake. The name’s origin is unclear, but it is not related to the game of chess. Recipes typically include sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, and cornmeal, and variations may include chocolate, […]
Pear cake is a fruit cake made with fresh pears, often cooked in a skillet with spices and nuts, and topped with vanilla or caramel frosting. It can also be made with a gingerbread or chocolate base. Pears are coated in sugar and mixed with flour, spices, and other ingredients to form the batter. Glazes […]
Meat pies are a traditional European dish made with meat and vegetables, often associated with lower-class dining. They are typically served as a main course and can be made with a variety of meats and flavorful additions. The pie is made with a bottom and top crust, with the bottom crust being heavily stiffened to […]
Potato pie is a traditional American comfort food made with leftover meat, vegetables, and sometimes a gravy or mushroom soup. The pie can be single or double crusted, and the crust was originally used to protect the ingredients from the metallic taste of iron skillets. The dish dates back to medieval Europe and was brought […]
Blueberry pie can be made with prepackaged or homemade crusts and canned or fresh blueberries. The filling is made with blueberries, sugar, water, and a thickener. The pie is baked for 30-45 minutes and cooled before serving. To make a quick and easy blueberry pie, you can use a prepackaged crust. Cooks who prefer to […]
Cranberry pie can be tricky to make, but steeping the berries in sugar and citrus juice, cooking at a low temperature, and possibly skipping the crust can result in a delicious dessert. Adding other fruits like apples can balance out the tartness. Cranberry pie offers a tart yet sweet, rustic dessert for winter dinner. Bakers […]
A low-fat lemon pie recipe can replace some butter and eggs with low-fat alternatives. Cream cheese frosting can be omitted or replaced. A small piece of low-fat lemon cake can be a snack or dessert as part of a low-fat diet. Lemon cake normally consists of flour, eggs, butter, sugar and lemon flavouring. It is […]
Bumbleberry is a term used to describe mixed berries used in various recipes, including blueberry pie. The origin of the pie is traced to pioneer cooks in the Americas, and the simplest version is a combination of mixed berries baked between two pastry or pie crusts. Other ingredients like rhubarb or apples can be added, […]
Buttermilk pie is a custard-like dessert from the southern United States made with buttermilk and a cookie-like crust. It has a tangy, tart taste and is often served plain or with additional flavors. It is a sweet alternative to fruit pie and can be made with chocolate or fruit toppings. The traditional recipe does not […]
Berry pie is a dessert made with seasoned berries baked in a pastry crust. It can be made with any type of berry and can be left open or closed with a solid top crust or lattice. The filling is made by mixing berries with seasonings and a thickener. It can be made at home […]
Pecan pie can be enjoyed all year round and made with basic ingredients. Problems can arise with the crust, ingredients, and cooking times. Using quality ingredients and following a good recipe can prevent grainy, sticky, or runny pies. Burning pecans can be avoided by ensuring the temperature is not too high and the filling doesn’t […]
Venison pie is a savory dish made with venison, often combined with vegetables and spices. It can be served as a main dish and may include a red wine reduction sauce or red currant jelly. The popularity of this dish depends on the availability of venison in a particular region. Venison pie is a savory […]
Grasshopper cake is a chiffon cake with a biscuit crust, flavored with creme mint or mint extract and sometimes creme de cacao. It was likely inspired by a drink called the grasshopper and is popular in the southern United States. Modern recipes may omit green food coloring and use marshmallows instead of gelatin. Grasshoppers were […]
Treacle pie is a British dessert made with molasses, often using black treacle for a dark, dense cake. Light treacle, or golden syrup, is less flavorful and not as commonly used. Spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves are often added, as well as oats for texture. Treacle pie is moist and can be served plain […]
Whole-wheat pie crust is healthier than white flour crusts, but heavier and better suited for savory dishes. Whole-grain flour requires more liquids and cold ingredients for a lighter crust. Whole grains have health benefits and are more nutritious than enriched white flour. A whole-wheat pie crust is a pastry made with whole-wheat flour rather than […]
Cake flour, made from ground matzo, is a flour substitute used during Passover when leavened products are not allowed. It can be used in any recipe that calls for flour. Passover celebrates the end of Jewish slavery in ancient Egypt and lasts for a week, during which time participants abstain from consuming or buying leavened […]
Rappie pie is a traditional Canadian dish made with grated and boiled potatoes, broth, onions, and various meats. It is a comfort food popular in some southwestern regions of Nova Scotia and is considered a staple in Canadian local culture. The dish is made by soaking chopped potatoes in boiling water and squeezing out the […]
Rhubarb, a fibrous vegetable in the buckwheat family, was originally grown in Asia and brought to the US in 1790. Strawberry rhubarb pie is a popular dish made with rhubarb and strawberries, and the vegetable can also be used in sauces, dressings, jams, and even wine. Rhubarb, often called a “pie plant,” is a fibrous […]
St. Honore’s Pie is a rich and complicated dessert made with potato pate, Bavarian cream, and rum. It is a specialty of Italian and French bakeries and is often served for special occasions. Creating it requires skill and time, making it best left to skilled pastry chefs. St. Honore’s Pie is an extremely complicated dessert […]
