Make use of leftover Halloween candy in this festive ice cream pie. Bake your own graham cracker crust, then layer chocolate and vanilla ice cream, both of which are mixed with candy pieces. Use melted...
When you're in the mood for a sweet treat, try this mouthwatering tarte Tatin recipe from pastry chef Alexandre Talpaert of Benoit. Alexandre makes his tarte Tatin using De Buyer Moul'flex Round Mold Tatin...
Spiced apples, raisins, and prunes are folded into layers of flaky store-bought phyllo for a tempting treat. Honey, which softly sweetens the filling, is offset by a dash of brandy.
An updated take on a classic Spanakopita recipe, this cheese-free version is sure to please. With loads of spinach, clarified butter, and a flaky crust, it's an instant winner. Martha made this recipe...
Mango and lime bring a vibrant tropical vibe to these layers of luscious caramel, billowing mint-infused cream, and gently spiced phyllo. Its lightness is a welcome respite from the more excessive offerings...
Puff pastry is not complicated to make; it just cannot be rushed. If at any point in the rolling process the dough becomes too soft or elastic, return it to refrigerator to rest for at least thirty minutes....
Making puff pastry takes a certain amount of skill and practice. For the best results, weigh the ingredients accurately. Be sure to allow the pastry enough time to rest and chill between rollings. If you...
Pretty and delicious, this clever decoration lets you make many elegant accents in advance; then you can adorn holiday pies with them right before serving. Another plus: they won't burn, which can happen...
Pears and pork are a classic combination, but this pie is anything but predictable. Whole fruit, filled with pork, cheese, and sage stuffing, are surrounded by onion and cabbage and topped with a short...
These jam-filled mini pastries are charming and distinctive. In other words, they're perfect for Mom. Elderflower liqueur has a subtle flavor that upgrades store-bought jam, adding sophistication to rustic...
You don't need an actual stencil to create the striking cinnamon-sugar top crust for this apple pie -- an artful arrangement of popsicle sticks does the trick. For the decorating technique, see our step-by-step...
In this festive tart, a rich cream-cheese dough serves as the base for jewel-toned cranberries and figs stewed in wine, which combine to spectacular (and seasonal) effect.
Shredding braised lamb shank creates a tender filling. Celery root replaces the usual peas, adding an earthier component to the otherwise traditional mashed-potato-toppeddish.
Plums can be substituted for Pluots in this recipe. When cooking with phyllo dough, have a clean, damp kitchen towel ready; it keeps the unused sheets from drying out while you work.
For this take on traditional pumpkin pie, we spiced up the filling with a pinch of cayenne pepper. Candied pepitas -- pumpkin seeds removed from their hulls -- garnish each slice. Ground pepitas add a...
Apricots offer both floral sweetness and slightly astringent tanginess. In a classic combination, we pair apricots with cherries -- adding sugar and a little flour for thickening -- and top the dessert...
Similar to traditional puff pastry dough but not as time intensive, "rough puff" is flaky, buttery, and the perfect foundation for this rustic Plum Tart.
This is peak season for coconuts, and the fresh, creamy meat is well worth the effort in this pie. To crack a coconut, pierce its eyes with a screwdriver and drain liquid. Preheat oven to 375 degrees,...
Transform a classic sweet potato pie into a showstopping stunner with a couple of clever make-ahead garnishes, buttery pie crust "leaves" and sparkling sugared cranberries.
If you love coconut, put these eclairs on your to-do list. The crisp, airy pastries are filled with coconut pastry cream and finished with a coconut glaze and toasted coconut.
Batches of these sweet tartlets are made with a variety of heirloom squashes chosen for their hues; ours include White Acorn, Golden Nugget, and Red Kabocha.
Joyce in Georgia, an "Everyday Food" radio show listener, recently called in to share her mom's saucepan pie crust recipe. Other listeners have been asking about it, so here's the recipe. Enjoy!
Equal amounts of safflower oil and water create an easy-to-roll flaky crust. For a heartier crust, replace half of the all-purpose flour with spelt flour.