All three of these materials have their pros and cons, but how does each one affect the bake on a pie crust—and which one actually produces the best result? Metal pie plates excel at conducting heat ...

I find making pie dough from scratch slightly intimidating. It feels so finicky to me—the temperature has to be just right, ...

Blind baking is a common method for making pie crusts, and it sounds more intimidating than it is. You're not actually baking while blindfolded, or without instructions, but rather baking the pie ...

Having tested dozens of Thanksgiving recipes and answered dozens more reader questions over the years, I’ve learned there are two holiday dishes that cause more confusion and anxiety than any others: ...

A strawberry pie with one piece cut out, but not removed - Olga Mazyarkina/Getty Images Pies are a dessert staple, ranging from sweet summer favorites like peach and blueberry, to silky holiday ...

How to Make a Pie Crust: Combine Ingredients: Start by adding the flour and salt to a mixing bowl, then add the cold shortening and butter. You want to keep the “fats” in the pie crust cold so that ...

Metal pie plates excel at conducting heat quickly and evenly, creating a deeply golden, flaky crust with minimal shrinkage. Their lightweight, durable design also allows for seamless transitions from ...