Perfect Homemade Pies: Healthy Pie Recipes for Every Occasion: Healthy Pies

By Megan Beck

The fans of pie are sure to find more than a few of their favorite recipes in this book which will cover not only traditional pies but healthier versions as well. From crumb-crust pies to flaky, buttery pie crusts and even gluten free and/or low-carb pie crusts this book has it all.

What is a good pie crust without a great filling? You will be amazed at the types of fillings that are listed here- all-time favorites like apple and other fruits but some surprise are included as well. Just wait until you see what to see them!

Divided into sections this book covers:

• The advantage of homemade pie crusts over store bought as well as how to jazz up those store bought crusts.
• How to make a variety of gluten free pie crusts.
• Low carb pie crust options that actually taste good.
• The very best of fillings from sweet to berry to decadent and even savory.
• Recipes are broken down with a variety of crust options that work well for the filling as well as tips for getting the best taste and appearance out of each pie.

This is the book that you need whether you are a new pie baker or just looking to add more options to your repertoire. Let’s get baking!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Guava Books
• Release date: Feb 3, 2017
• ISBN: 9781540177933

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Introduction

I have a confession to make. I am usually firmly in team cake. There, I said it. I do prefer cake over pie, and there is a reason for that. I stink at making crusts. Sure, I do make a caramel apple pie for Thanksgiving but I usually end up buying the pie crust from the store. I am making myself practice, however, and I think I finally found the pie crust that I need. Hopefully, this crust recipe will work for you as well.

You have to understand that I do love the pie filling. I could eat most of the fillings included in this book straight from the bowl they are that good. I have tried to include family favorites plus some new ones that I have only tried a time or two. There are so many combinations that you might be shocked that you haven’t thought of one before reading it here. That is one of the great things about some pies- you can have them so many different ways it is like a whole new recipe every time.

Before we get started, I need to let you know about the layout of this book. Instead of listing the pie crust ingredients and directions for every single pie recipe here I am going to cover the crusts in the first chapter and then I will list which type of pie crust works best for each filling recipe. Of course, there will be several options to choose from including gluten free and low carb so you can have the right pie for your own needs.

Some pies only work with a certain type of crust. Others may work with a range of crusts. Chocolate pie, for instance, can work with the traditional crust but will work with a crumb crust as well. Don’t be afraid to experiment and always feel free to mix and match at will.

Chapter One: The Right Crust is a Must

In this chapter, you will learn:

The basics of traditional pie crusts

Some updated, specialty crusts including gluten free and low