In this edition of Epicurious 101, professional chef and culinary instructor Frank Proto demonstrates how to make the best ...

A heat-resistant silicone mat is ideal for rolling out dough, but you can also use parchment or waxed paper. A glass pie plate is a must because it’s the best heat conductor for a golden bottom crust.

From how to measure flour (hint: not scooping), to achieving a neat crimp, this guide will walk you through how to make the best, foolproof piecrust.

When it comes to baking pies, the most daunting part is learning how to make the perfect flaky pie crust. After all, you want a dependable (and tasty) foundation to hold the delicious filling. Once ...

Halloween is behind us and staring us right in our faces is Thanksgiving. From family gatherings, to work parties, or just a ...

At age 28, I made my first pie from scratch, and it was incredible: a perfect apple pie. The crust was flaky and golden brown and the filling perfectly cooked, with apples soft but not mushy. 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 ...

Pies are a dessert that can transcend every season and be enjoyed any time of year, regardless of where the mercury is sitting. However, creating a homemade pie is time-consuming, especially if you’re ...

It's easy to fumble a homemade pie crust or filling when baking apple pie, but this sneaky apple cutting mistake could be ...

Use pecan pieces. No need to buy pecan halves — pecan pieces or chopped pecans work well because they’re distributed evenly ...

This recipe is popular year-round but especially at the holidays—for many people, it’s just not Thanksgiving without mac and ...