Category Archives: Pie

strawberry thyme mini pies

Posted on August 2, 2016 by allison

When I was a little girl I was fascinated by miniatures. One of the best days of my childhood included a visit to the Carole and Barry Kaye Museum of Miniatures in downtown Los Angeles. The museum housed the Kayes’ privately commissioned, … Continue reading →

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tart cherry and apple galette

Posted on February 29, 2016 by allison

When I asked what type of pie I should bake for a get-together of some of my oldest and dearest high school friends, two of them piped up enthusiastically. “Cherry!” said one. “Apple!” said another. 

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salted caramel pumpkin pie

Posted on February 22, 2016 by allison

This pie is an ode to two of my favorite things. Like many Americans, I can appreciate a good decorative gourd. And even better than a decorative gourd is an edible one. I baked this pie at Thanksgiving. Months later, my … Continue reading →

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blueberry birthday pie with fresh basil

Posted on February 12, 2016 by allison

Continuing with the theme of posting about pies I baked six months ago, this blueberry birthday pie with fresh basil was a delectable summer treat. The recipe is super simple. It combines cooked and fresh berries for a delightful mix of flavors and textures. I … Continue reading →

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bourbon ginger apple pie

Posted on January 30, 2016 by allison

I’m not a fan of loud new year’s resolution proclamations. I think it’s a little bit of my nihilism showing through. That said I do tend to make one every year–even if that one resolution is to not make any resolutions at … Continue reading →

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blackberry peach crostata with savory crust

Posted on July 10, 2015 by allison

There is something truly wonderful about a thoughtful gift. I am so in awe of gift-givers who can always manage to find that one thing that fills the recipient with so much joy that it renders her speechless and leaves … Continue reading →

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cherry almond tart

Posted on June 23, 2015 by allison

Shout-out to sous chef Sarah M, a lovely friend with a big heart. If you live in a place where it’s summer and where cherries are in season, and if you also lack the will power to buy a reasonable … Continue reading →

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salted caramel apple pie bars

Posted on June 18, 2015 by allison

The world was too much this week. The world is too much most weeks, but this week in particular the string of disheartening events has felt particularly unrelenting. It’s hard to think of warm and rosy things to say about … Continue reading →

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real simple strawberry pie

Posted on June 8, 2015 by allison

Summer is my favorite season because summer means  f r u i t  and lots of it. Strawberries, in particular, are beautiful and delectable and are clearly begging to be baked in a pie. One morning a few weeks ago … Continue reading →

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buckwheat apple tart

Posted on May 1, 2015 by allison

Guest post today by a dear friend and adventurous baker. By Tim Vollmer I’ve been baking my way through the Tartine No. 3 cookbook, mostly experimenting at home with the natural fermentation breads, but also trying my hand at some … Continue reading →

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