Mastering the art of a great pie crusts is one of the essential steps on the way to being a true at-home baker, and once you do, you've got a particularly useful (and versatile) tool in your kitchen ...

I have a confession to make: Despite my love of all things baking, I have yet to master the perfect pie. ‘Tis the season for harvest-y pies and Christmassy pies and all the wonderful fillings that can ...

I read with interest the article in The Bee April 17, titled "Foods sans trans fat may not be healthier, doctors warn," Associated Press. In the last paragraph, the author stated, "But you can't make, ...

Dear Lisa: I am trying to limit certain hydrogenated fats in my diet and am wondering if it is possible to make a pie pastry with oil. Do you have any suggestions? G.K. Dear G.K: It is possible to ...

Dear Lisa: I am trying to limit certain hydrogenated fats in my diet and am wondering if it is possible to make a pie pastry with oil. Do you have any recipe suggestions? -- Frank from Hearne Dear ...

Allie has been Lifehacker’s Food Writer since 2021. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Ithaca College in drama and studied at the Institute of Culinary Education to earn her diploma in Pastry and ...