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.
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Flaky Pie Crust

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 ...
When my family immigrated to Canada, I had never tasted cherry pie. With my first bite, I was hooked. The tart, jewel-red fruit, suspended in a thick glaze and surrounded by flaky pastry, gave me ...
A favorite culinary tradition of mine is making homemade quiche during the fall season. I love a classic quiche Lorraine, filled with smoky bacon, rich Gruyère cheese and shallots. But I’ve also tried ...
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 ...
Think you can’t make a pie-topper with cutouts, flowers and... a 3D bird?? We were with you, before this video. We went to pastry pro Arlene Lott get her perfect pie pastry, and to beg her to teach us ...
This recipe is popular year-round but especially at the holidays—for many people, it’s just not Thanksgiving without mac and ...