We tested three common fats to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest pie crust. We tested three common fats—butter, shortening, and lard—to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest ...

Crumbly, tough pie crusts are about to be a thing of the past. “The biggest mistake home bakers tend to make is quitting before they even start, usually because they're afraid to do it wrong. But it's ...

A great pie starts with a great crust. One that is flaky, tender, golden brown, and just sturdy enough to hold the luscious filling. The secret is in the fat, and bakers have long debated whether ...

For buttery, flaky pie dough every time, follow the advice of Sarah Carey. I really love to make pie, and I am quite good at it. In fact, many people would say they consider me an "expert." To that I ...

Fresh mixed berries make the ultimate filling for summer pie. The secret is to pre-cook the blackberries. Pie is made in stages, and you can do a lot of it in advance, which makes the process more ...

EDINA, Minn. - Pastry chef Zoe Francois shares some tips for making the perfect pie dough. Keep it cold for a flaky crustWork gently and quickly so your crust isn't toughAdd a bit of booze to the ...

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with friends and family to eat, and pie is especially important. Millions of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, and according to one survey, more than one-third of ...

I asked Tanya what kind of pie she would like for her goodbye and thank you send off. I was pleased to hear her say “Peach Pie, double crust, and by the way use the lard I brought from NYC for you.” I ...