Unlike a slow cooker dump dinner, a low-fuss no-bake dessert, or a store-bought snack, we know that attempting to make a pie from scratch can feel intimidating. There's a lot of layers ...

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: ...

What is Par-Baking and Why Does It Matter? Par-baking is the process of partially baking a pie crust before adding the filling. It's essential for pies with custard or creamy fillings, like pumpkin, ...

For anyone planning on doing any baking, you may be ferociously Googling and flipping through baking cookbooks to ensure you've thoroughly prepared to make an array of elite pies. Do not fret, though, ...

Ann Taylor Pittman is a Senior Food Editor at Food & Wine. She is a writer, recipe developer, editor, and cookbook author with more than 26 years of experience in food media. Making a pie (and ...