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How to Make a Pastry Chef's Signature Recipe

Alan Carter, pastry chef at Mission Beach Cafe in San Francisco, demonstrates the never-fail method for making the perfect pie, from rolling out a pie crust to his favorite pastry recipe.

"… floured hands, unfold the pie crust into the pie plate and gently … dough. Trim the edge of the pie dough according to recipe directions … Hazelnut Mousse, shown here, pastry chef Alan Carter offers these … then poor it into a cooked piecrust . Heating the custard will …"

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How to Make a Double-Crust Piecrust

… delicious double-crust pie pastry is simple with these … tips. Following your piecrust recipe, use a pastry blender to cut the shortening … it doesn't pull the pastry down into the pie plate … out the second ball of piecrust dough according to the …

How to Make a Special Edge on a Piecrust

… oeuvre cutter to cut the pastry into desired shapes. Flatten the edges of the pastry shell slightly and brush … cutouts on the edge of the pastry shell and press lightly to … continue around the edges of the piecrust . The crisscross edge is …

How to Make a Single-Crust Piecrust

… Learn how to make a single-crust pie pastry in 11 simple steps. Following your piecrust recipe, use a pastry blender to cut the shortening into the … easy transfer to the pie plate, wrap the pastry circle around the rolling pin. Holding …

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Decorative Piecrust Edges

Pretty up your piecrust with one of three simple finishes: a rope edge, fluted edge, or fork edge.

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There are several decorative edges you can create for your pie crust . For each of them, start by preparing the edge. This requires cutting away extra dough around the edges, leaving only about a half inch of pie dough . Next, tuck that half inch of dough under so that the folded edge is flushed to the pan. Continue to fold under the dough all around the pie edge. We'll show you 3 ways to finish the edge. To create a rope edge, pinch the pastry pushing forward on the slant with your bent index finger and pulling back with your thumb. Continue around the edge. To create a fluted edge, place your thumb against the outside of the pastry . Press dough around your thumb with your other hand's thumb and index finger. Continue around the edge. Another finish is the fork edge. Dip the tines of a kitchen fork into flour. Lightly press built-up pastry down with the fork. With each impression, change the angle about 45 degrees working back and forth. Continue around the entire pie.

Pretty Puffed Pastry

Put puff pastry center stage with these easy dessert ideas.

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treat, try this pretty dessert. I'm gonna start with a package of puff pastry and fix it up. Thaw the package of puff pastry and then unroll the sheet unto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Then, I'm simply going to cut it up. I'm using a

Making Pie Dough

Making your own piecrust may sound intimidating, but it's really not. Here's how to make tender, flaky piecrust by hand. (You'll be so proud!).

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To make a pie dough , start by stirring together the flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Add the fat such as shortening. Use a pastry blender or 2 knives to cut the shortening into the dry mixture until the pieces are the size of small peas. Sprinkle

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Light & Flaky Pastry Recipes

… filling in this festive pastry . These tender doughnuts … powdered sugar. Layers of puff pastry sheets tuck around spiced … this decadent breakfast pastry . Starting with purchased … makes these tender, rich pastries a snap to whip together …

Warm & Cheesy Appetizers

These little pastries are rich and cheesy … gougere is a French puff pastry flavored with Gruyere … little morsels with a pastry bag or dollop the dough … bought or homemade pastry cups. Chock-full … wheel to cut the puff pastry for these cheesy …

Traditional Holiday Desserts from Around the World

… recreating this rich French pastry so easy. These light and … fruit- and nut-filled pastry . With spices and candied … topping adds decadence. Frozen puff pastry makes a flaky crust similar to pastries traditional to French tarts …

Fabulous French Desserts

… bottom and white chocolate on top. Frozen puff pastry makes a flaky crust similar to pastries traditional to French tarts or galettes. Choose … flavor twist. These little cherry-filled pastries are bound to be a big hit at any special occasion …

Easy 30-Minute Desserts

… version that's topped with twists of baked puff pastry . Start to finish: 20 minutes Tart Granny … finish: 10 minutes These crisp and sweet pastries are a snap to make with store-bought piecrust . Serve the spiced squares alongside your …

Quick & Easy Party Foods

… and freeze the pastry for these little … These little pastries are rich and cheesy … gougere is a French puff pastry flavored with Gruyere … morsels with a pastry bag or dollop the dough … flaky layers of puff pastry make these cheesy …