Mincemeat is a word that we hear at Christmastime. What exactly is mincemeat? Mincemeat is a combination of apples, raisins, fruits, and citrus peel, blended with sugar and spices to make a delicious filling for baking. This filling is usually made into mincemeat pie, but tarts, shortbread, cookies, breads, and more are additional options to […]
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As the month of Pievember is coming to a close, I wanted to share 2 additional posts. One pie that is my favorite and the other of tips and tricks I have learned throughout this month of pie baking. My favorite pie is an old-fashioned apple pie. I like it served hot with ice cream […]
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Pear pies aren’t very common. At least not in my neck of the woods. Honestly, I’ve never had one until now. Ginger is the only spice in this pie and it for sure doesn’t need anything else. And the gingersnap crumb on top adds a nice flavor and texture. There’s nothing more comforting (and may […]
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Cranberry walnut pie is tart but sweet, fruity, nutty, and absolutely festive. I was actually pleasantly surprised at how good it was. Even my walnut-hating husband liked it. I’m calling that a win! We pride ourselves on having the best and freshest nuts in town. We stock high quality nuts and keep them refrigerated for […]
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This year for Pi Day, I have a Mixed Berry Custard Pie. I’m a sucker for anything custard, so this year I bring you a custard pie. With the weather warming up (hopefully), a berry pie will make a perfectly refreshing spring (or summer) dessert. Based on the berries I chose, this pie will also […]
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I like to see things in miniature. It’s just cute. So, I made these mini pies not just because they’re fun and cute, but because they’re the perfect size to fit in a Mother’s Day gift basket I’m putting together. I’m pairing these pies up with some Blueberry Lemon Scones that will end up being […]
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My favorite apple pies are always the classic ones. The ones made with fresh apples and the filling is thickened with a little flour when it combines with the juices from the apples and the heat from the oven. A little sugar and a little spice to, well, make it taste like apple pie is […]
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