Pie, Cobbler and Crumble Recipes & Ideas

With Fall being high time for pies and Thanksgiving getting closer, we thought we’d talk about pie crust. No, not about the ingredients (butter vs. shortening) or how to roll it out but rather how to get that floppy round of dough from your countertop to your baking dish. Here are two sensible options, illustrated in some great Flickr photos we found.

This is a total game-changer when it comes to the perfect pie crust.

The secret to perfectly even graham cracker crusts? Check your kitchen cabinets.

My favorite part of a pie or tart, hands-down, is the crust. In fact, if there’s a double crust, I’m even happier. And while graham cracker pie crust is one of the easiest crusts to make, don’t forget that there is a whole world of other fun possibilities out there that are equally delicious. Pretty much any crunchy thing that’s cookie or cracker-like can work in as a pie crust. You just have to grind it up, mix it with some butter to hold it together, and press and bake.

Our Pie Bakeoff is in full swing (have you entered your best pie yet?) For the next few weeks we are running posts each day with different types of pie recipes, tips and inspiration, and soon we will begin posting entries from the contest.The question has been posed, May I enter the bakeoff with a tart? The answer is yes. While pies and tarts are two distinct things, they are close enough cousins that we will accept them both. A galette is another cousin who is invited to party.

Just like the professionals!

This rustic dessert is easy and delicious.

Choose a mix of sweet and tart apples from this list for the ultimate apple pie.

Whether you made it (or bought it) ahead or have leftovers, here's how to safely store pecan pie.

Its origins may be debatable, but the appeal of this sweet and creamy pie is never in question. Here’s what you need to know.