Category: Baking

Sweet treats, desserts, quick breads, and yeast breads

Bourbon Pecan Pie

I first made this pie for a Christmas party. But fans of pecans, pie — and bourbon! — will enjoy this recipe any time of the year. For a little something special, melt a bit of chocolate and lightly drizzle it over the completed, cool pie.

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Seasonal Fruit Galette

Not a pastry chef? Not a problem. Galette is just a fancy French word for a “freeform” pastry — aka rustic. So this recipe is perfect for that imperfect pastry dough that just won’t fit a form.

Use any fresh fruits that are in season. The one listed below uses mango and strawberries for a fantastic late summer treat.

Pastry not perfect? It still has a purpose! Check out this easy galette recipe.

 

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Perfect Pastry

I love to make pastry. I love the way it feels in my fingers when I’m working with the dough. I love the way, when done properly, it forms the best kind of play-dough I’ve ever played with.

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