Saturday 2 July 2016

127. Perfect Pies: The Best Sweet and Savory Recipes from America’s Pie-Baking Champion by Michele Stuart


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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