This is a sneak peek at one of the recipes from LIVE AND LET PIE! You’ll get an early taste of what Jules and her team at Torte are baking up in book # 9 with these cherry, almond hand pies. They are delicious any time of the day, but especially great for breakfast with […]

When I found this recipe from Nordic Food & Living for a marzipan and apple pie, I knew I had to bake it! Marzipan is one of my all-time favorites. This rustic pie hit all the right notes, with a marzipan crust and sweet, spiced cinnamon apples. I made a few minor tweaks by adding […]

This is the perfect Sunday supper, Torte style. It’s hearty and rustic, full of rich flavors, and comfort food at its best. If your day is busy, make this Shepherd’s pie in the morning, store it in the fridge, and pop it in the oven right before dinner. Shepherd’s Pie Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil1 […]

This may be the easiest recipe ever, but it is sure to impress. The rich buttery shortbread crust, the sweet caramel, and the bright finish of flaked sea salt will leave your mouth watering. You can use any salt, but I recommend a briny, flaky sea salt from an Oregon favorite, Jacobsen Salt Co. Salted […]

This yummy banana pie gets its name from a little hidden secret at the bottom—melted chocolate. Swoon! The banana custard, with fresh bananas, and touches of chocolate is a winner for banana and pie lovers everywhere. 🍫🍌 Black Bottom Banana Cream Pie Ingredients 1 pre-made pie crust, baked and cooled1 dark chocolate bar2 tbsp butter1 […]

This is my son’s favorite “breakfast for dinner” meal and it couldn’t be more simple to make. It’s all your breakfast favorites in a quiche. You can swap out the sausage for bacon, shredded ham, or veggies. I pair it with a green salad and fresh fruit and dinner is done! Sausage & Cheese Breakfast […]

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups were my favorite candy as a child. I mean, come on…chocolate and peanut butter, what could be better? These mini pies are a grown-up version of my childhood favorite made with Belgian chocolate dessert cups and finished with dark chocolate. Be sure to grab a glass of milk! Mini Chocolate Peanut […]

It’s Taco Tuesday! 🌮 Here’s my take on a taco pie made with a spicy tortilla chip crust and layers of all your favorite taco fillings. This one vanished in my house. It’s a quick and tasty alternative to your traditional taco night. Taco Tuesday Pie Ingredients For the crust2 cups of tortilla chips¼ cup […]

Marionberries are Oregon’s signature berry, and are sure to make your holiday “berry and bright”. In the summertime, eating freshly picked marionberries is like eating pieces of sweet, juicy candy. I always freeze extra berries to use in winter baking. This pie will have you dreaming of summer. Finish with a scoop of vanilla bean […]

When I was growing up, I would always order chicken cordon bleu whenever we went out to dinner. It seemed so fancy and sophisticated. This pie creation is a tribute to my childhood favorite. Pair it with a salad and dig in! Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Pie Ingredients 2 ½ packages of crescent rolls2 chicken […]