Category Archives: Pie

strawberry peach crostata with fresh sage

The baking of this crostata, as it turns out, was a moment of self-revelation: When I am alone in the kitchen, baking is a cathartic and creative experience. When I am not alone in the kitchen, baking is stressful. I … Continue reading

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sour cream peach pie w/maple pecan crumble topping

May is a month for appreciation. Appreciation of Spring, new beginnings, academic endings, individuals who have given their lives in war, and last but certainly not least, Mothers. We’ve all got one. For better or worse, these strong women who … Continue reading

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strawberry apple crumble pie

Today I’m not writing anything at all. I’m a grown up! And this is my blog. I don’t have to.

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strawberry pie with chocolate lined shortbread crust

Each year, I have a tradition when strawberries appear at the farmers’ market. That tradition is to buy my weight in these juicy red gems and challenge myself to eat every last one before they have the chance to go … Continue reading

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coconut sweet potato pie

Happy π day! This is a day typically celebrated by science geeks, math whizzes, and number lovers, but has also been amicably co-opted by lovers of pie. It wasn’t until late last night that I realized Pi Day was practically … Continue reading

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spiced apple pomegranate mini pies

Like lots of other curious and romantic minds throughout history, when I was younger I was enthralled by Greek mythology. How easy it was to get lost in the world of those larger than life mystical creatures, humans, and deities. … Continue reading

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sausage apple leek w/ fresh thyme

One upon a time there was a pastry crust that longed to become a savory pie, so tired was she of constantly enduring the fleeting, albeit fanciful, forays into fruit, custard, cream, and chocolate creations. There was something slightly unstable … Continue reading

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baking in Africa: pineapple passion fruit pie

Fruits that I don’t typically associate with pie: Pineapple Passion fruit And yet, my fellow pie lovers, here you have it. A pie that defies cultural norms. That dares to be different. That is bold and unique and damn proud … Continue reading

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cherry peach pie (& a vegan version!) – love at first slice

Cherry peach pie is my all time, hands down, no questions asked, very favorite variety of pie. Growing up I loved cherry pie the most – the kind made with canned cherries that are so sweet, tart, and a vibrant … Continue reading

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strawberry rhubarb pie with fresh rosemary

This is the first strawberry rhubarb pie I have baked. It may even be the first strawberry rhubarb pie I have eaten. And it’s definitely the first time I have ever touched a stalk of rhubarb. This bizarre red vegetablefruit … Continue reading

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