BOOK REVIEW: Perfect Pies – The Best Sweet and Savory
Recipes from America’s Pie-Baking Champion by Michele Stuart
Mere mention of the word pie or the smell of a pie baking in
the kitchen immediately conjures up feelings of comfort, nostalgia, and love. The
author vividly remembers standing at her grandmother’s apron hem as a child as
she fine-tuned (and improved!) family recipes that had been passed down for
generations. Eventually, Stuart’s lifelong passion for pie-making inspired her
to open what would become the world-famous shop Michele’s pies.
You don’t have to travel to Michele’s Pies in Norwalk and
Westport, Connecticut, though, to taste her mouthwatering creations. This book
shares nearly 80 delicious recipes, many of them National Pie Championships
winners.
There are desserts bursting with fruit, crunchy with nuts,
cream-filled delights, and pies perfect for a party. Let’s not forget
sensational savoury creations, from Quiche Lorraine to Italian Wheat Pie. The
author also passes along easy recipes for Hot Fudge Sauce, Raspberry Jam, and
Whipped Cream to top it all off.
Stuart’s secret, she says, is that her pies are “made by
hand with love”, but she doesn’t neglect to advise you on the basic kitchen
tools you’ll need as she reveals essential tips and techniques, from how to
roll out dough to the best way to make light and flaky crust. She stresses the
use of fresh, seasonal fruits and other wholesome ingredients.
So whether you’re a pie novice, a weekend baker, or a
seasoned pastry chef, Perfect Pies will make everything you bake worthy of a
blue ribbon.
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