Not only are these festive sugar cookie cut-outs are a Christmas classic, but they match the cover of A CUP OF HOLIDAY FEAR. I prefer my sugar cookies to have a hint of almond, but you can substitute any extract from peppermint to vanilla or orange to buttered rum. These are the perfect cookies to […]

Is there anything more romantic than a traditional cherry pie? Today is a big day! It’s my 21st wedding anniversary and I’m celebrating the release of my 21st published book, LIVE AND LET PIE. I’m closing out my 31 Days of Pie with this lovely cherry pie topped off with marzipan crumble. It’s sweet and […]

This pie is like biting into an oatmeal cookie. The crunchy oat crust adds an interesting texture and pairs beautifully with the creamy cinnamon pudding. If you don’t polish it off in one sitting (which was a challenge in our house) this pie is a great leftover. You could probably even find a way to […]

We are so lucky to live in the lush, organic Rogue Valley where pear orchards are abundant. Harry & David is mere minutes from my house, which means we can find juicy delicious pears year-round. I scoured cookbooks and the internet for a recipe worthy of Harry & David pears and landed on this pear […]

A reader sent me a pleading request for Whoopie Pies. To be honest, I’ve never tasted a Whoopie Pie. They’re not really a thing out here in the Pacific Northwest, so I decided to dive into a little baking research and learned that Whoopie Pies come from the Pennsylvania Dutch culture and are best made […]

I love Italian pies. They’re rich and vibrant without being overly sweet. I adapted this recipe from Taste of Home and the result was swoon-worthy. The ricotta and cream cheese offer a smooth, palate-pleasing base and the orange zest and candied oranges take this pie to the next level. It’s a great option if you’ve […]

These curry pies disappeared in a flash. The puff pastry pie shells are a fantastic delivery method for the coconut-infused curry. With just the right balance of spice and a hint of sweetness, this is sure to be a party favorite any time of the year. Ingredients 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed2 chicken breasts, […]

Merry Christmas! This eggnog pie is sure to help spread the holiday cheer. It’s also extremely quick and simple—the perfect pie to make for your holiday feast without having to spend the entire day in the kitchen. You can make it in the morning after all of the presents have been unwrapped and chill in […]

These bite-sized pesto pies are perfect for a holiday buffet. They come together in minutes and are a festive savory addition to any feast. The recipe makes extra filling which can be scooped into a bowl and served later with your favorite crackers. Happy eating! Pesto Phyllo Pie Ingredients 1 package mini phyllo pie shells1 […]

Today is my husband’s birthday! Happy birthday! With a birthday just two days before Christmas my in-laws always made sure to celebrate his birthday separately. That meant birthday wrapping paper, a special birthday dinner, and a birthday pie—pecan pie. I spiced up his birthday classic with some caramelized pecans and a few splashes of bourbon. […]