Yes, golden crust and well-set filling can co-exist. Keeping all ingredients, especially butter, cold is crucial for achieving a flaky pie crust. Handle the dough gently and avoid overmixing to ...

‘Tis that time of year when many amateur bakers take a stab at making a pie from scratch — for Thanksgiving, Christmas or another holiday gathering. For some, the task can be daunting, especially when ...

When making pie dough you need to keep everything cold – especially your choice of fat, whether you use butter, lard, or shortening. The cold butter, for instance, is coated by the flour but, if warm, ...