Making a perfectly flaky pie crust requires patience, practice, and the right techniques. Avoid these common pie crust mistakes by following our expert tips.

Ah, butter. Sweet, glorious butter. Is there anything it can’t do? I keep a few homemade pie crust recipes in rotation, and this all-butter pie crust is one of them. It’s simple, dependable, and full ...

I used to dread making pies that involved homemade pie dough. There were always so many don'ts: Don't let the ingredients warm up, don't add too much water, don't overwork the dough. Honestly, it was ...

“Easy as pie” they say. But anyone who’s made pie before knows that starting out is not quite that easy. But once you get the hang of it, making pie becomes a joy. You simply need to learn the basic ...

We tested three common fats—butter, shortening, and lard—to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest pie crust. If you're making a pie in advance, butter or lard is your best bet. Both fats ...

Dessert is such an important part of celebrating the holidays with family and friends. After a big dinner, you can come together again at the table and end the evening with something sweet before you ...