Apple Pie
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Ingredients:
1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 to 7 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Dough for decorative top
1 tablespoon butter
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll crust to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim even with rim. In a small bowl, combine sugar, flour and spices; set aside. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add sugar mixture; toss to coat.
Mound apple mixture in crust. Dot with butter. Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle. Place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. Cut slits in top. Cover edge loosely with foil.
Bake 25 minutes. Remove foil; bake until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 20-25 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Recipe-
Ingredients:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 to 7 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
Dough for double-crust pie
1 tablespoon butter
1 large egg white
Additional sugar
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine sugars, flour and spices; set aside. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add sugar mixture; toss to coat.
On a lightly floured surface, roll one half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim even with rim. Add filling; dot with butter. Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle. Place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. Cut slits in top. Beat egg white until foamy; brush over crust. Sprinkle with sugar. Cover edge loosely with foil.
Bake 25 minutes. Remove foil; bake until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 20-25 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack.-
The best way to finish off a warm autumn day is with a slice of fresh apple pie. This classic dessert is made by layering thinly sliced apples in a flaky pastry crust, then topping it with a sweet and sticky filling. The result is a sweet and tart treat that is sure to please any crowd.
Whether you are looking for a traditional apple pie recipe or something with a twist, there are plenty of options to choose from. For a classic apple pie, simply use a combination of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples. For a more unique flavor, try adding in a few slices of pear or some dried cranberries. No matter what you choose, an apple pie is always a delicious way to end a meal.
Pumpkin Pie
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This pumpkin pie recipe is the perfect way to enjoy fall flavors. With a rich and flavorful filling, and a flaky and buttery crust, this pie is sure to be a hit at your next family gathering. Recipe-
Ingredients:
1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 (12 fluid oz) can evaporated milk
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. Place the pie crust in a pie pan.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and evaporated milk.
5. Add the egg mixture to the pumpkin mixture and stir until well combined.
6. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
7. Bake for 15 minutes.
8. Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and continue baking for 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the pie comes out clean.
9. Remove the pie from the oven and let cool before serving. Recipe-
This pumpkin pie recipe is the perfect way to end your Thanksgiving feast! It is creamy, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. This pie is sure to please everyone at your table.
Mincemeat Pie
Mincemeat pie is a holiday favorite in many households, and for good reason! This delicious and festive treat is packed with all the flavors of the season, from rich and savory spices to sweet and tart dried fruits. Not to mention, it’s pretty darn easy to make! Here’s a quick and simple recipe for mincemeat pie that is sure to please everyone on your holiday list.
Ingredients:
1 (9-inch) pie crust, unbaked
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped pitted dates
1/4 cup candied citron
1/4 cup candied orange peel
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine condensed milk, brown sugar, molasses, flour, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Stir in raisins, apricots, dates, citron, and orange peel.
3. Pour mixture into pie crust.
4. Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and continue baking for 45 minutes, or until filling is set.
5. Let pie cool before serving. Enjoy!
Coconut Cream Pie
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Ingredients:
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 ⁄ 2 cup white sugar
1 ⁄ 3 cup all-purpose flour
1 ⁄ 4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 egg yolks
1 ⁄ 2 cup butter
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
3 cups flaked coconut
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 ⁄ 3 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1) Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2) In a large saucepan, combine condensed milk, evaporated milk, sugar, flour, and salt. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Remove from heat, and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cool.
3) In a medium bowl, beat egg yolks. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cooled milk mixture. Return to saucepan, and cook over low heat until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat, and stir in butter. Pour into pie crust.
4) Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and continue baking for 40 minutes.
5) In a medium bowl, combine coconut, whipping cream, confectioners’ sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Spread over top of pie.
6) Cool pie before serving.
Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon meringue pie is a dessert pie typically made from a shortcrust pastry shell filled with lemon custard and topped with meringue. The filling is usually made from lemon juice, sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch. The meringue topping is made from egg whites and sugar.
Lemon meringue pie is a pie typically made from a lemon custard filling and a fluffy meringue topping. The pie is usually made from scratch, but there are also many variations that use pre-made pie crusts or graham cracker crusts.
Lemon meringue pie is a popular dessert and can be found in many restaurants and bakeries. It is also a popular choice for home baking. The pie can be made with either fresh or canned lemon juice, and the meringue can be made from either scratch or with the help of a meringue mix.
Lemon meringue pie is best served cold or at room temperature. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
In conclusion, the lemon meringue pie was an excellent choice for dessert. The tart lemon filling was perfectly balanced by the sweet meringue topping. The pie was also visually appealing, with the bright yellow filling and fluffy white topping. Overall, the pie was delicious and enjoyable to eat.
