I want to talk about why pistachio cream pie is such a great dessert. Pistachio cream pie holds a special place in my heart for several reasons. Firstly, its unique flavor is simply irresistible. The subtle nuttiness of the pistachios combined with the creamy, velvety texture creates a taste sensation that is both indulgent and…
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According to English tradition, a cook uses leftover beef or lamb from last night’s roast to make this hearty casserole. For the most basic shepherd’s pie, you sauté some fresh vegetables, add in meat taken off the bone, and then add any jus or gravy to thicken up the filling and make it a little…
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I am truly a spoiled princess 👑 Yes, my family members’ eyes are rolling. They know. The people that love me the most and know me well are keen on just how to indulge me most – they gift me items for which I can craft and create FOR others. Just today I was asked…
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Apple tarts are so … yesterday? Well, they are a thing.Apple-cinnamon is also a “thing.”But, the NEW thing, is Brown Sugar Cinnamon Brandy Caramel PEAR pie tart!Yes, pear cinnamon – really a brown sugar-cinnamon pie crust, baked into a tart pan, smothered in slightly sweet mascarpone cheese, and then topped with brandy-caramel cooked pears and…
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The aromatics alone from this herbed cracker crust savory pie are worth the effort.Fresh rosemary and dill, coupled with sautéed potatoes, chicken, and bell pepper, atop a creamy layer, and then sprinkled with the earthy tang of gorgonzola highlight the true wonder of this homemade gluten-free cracker crust “short pie.” Rosemary Dill Gorgonzola Potato Cracker…
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I LOVE raspberries. Fresh berries – any day, any time.I love creamy, sweet goodness, along with a little tang.And pie – pie CRUST, to be exact, yes – thank you. In fact, when I was a little girl, I used to scoop away th insides of pies, quiches, etc., just to nosh on the CRUST!…
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What and how are all the elements to this super savory, ultra creamy, and sensationally delicious Creamy Sweet Pepper Beef Bruschetta Pastry Pie made? Puff Pastry, also known as pâte feuilletée, is a flaky light pastry made from a laminated dough composed of dough and butter or other solid fat. The butter is put inside…
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Can you imagine anything MORE decadent?Well, if you have a foodie imagination, I’m guessing you probably can – chocolate would most likely be involved. But, for today, we have a perfected pie crust, layered with sea salted caramel sauce, topped with a layer of sweetened cream cheese, another layer of Bonne Maman (the BEST) Wild…
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Shepherd’s Pie, Cottage Pie, Cumberland pie, Shepherdless pie, or Hachis Parmentier is a dish of cooked minced meat topped with mashed potato. Its defining ingredients are red meat, onions, gravy or sauce, a topping of mashed potato. Common variants include adding vegetables to the filling and topping the dish with cheese. In early cookery books,…
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Are you ready for spring? I sure AM.I’m also ready for summer!I’m always up for the flavors of citrus and lemon, and now that we have rhubarb on hand (even if you go for the store-bought Strawberry Rhubarb Preserves), this light and tangy whipped pie induces a longing for spring, summer, and sunny weather! Lemon…
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