Saveur Perfect Pies for Summer (and Every Season)

From: Saveur - Saturday Aug 04, 2018 12:04 pm

Saveur

08/04/2018

Everything is Better in a Pie

We're obsessed with pies (but, really, who isn't?). These versatile pastries hit tables around the world all year round, and for good reason. Your pie options multiply during the summer months when produce is at its peak, so we want to share all of our tips and tricks to help you dig into your own flaky-crusted creation this weekend.

Right now is the best time to make pies with fruits in their prime; we're talking everything from sticky peaches and tart plums to juicy tomatoes. If you are craving something less sweet, try your hand at a savory pie. Don’t forget, pizza is a pie too, so don’t be afraid to put your dough-tossing skills to the test when you are in the mood for pie. (We highly suggest adding squash blossoms for a fun topping.) Or step even further out of the box with a Szarlotka apple pie cocktail, a Polish drink that gives the classic flavors you love a happy-hour twist.

When baking the perfect pie, you need the perfect technique. From a rolling pin to pie weights, the right tools go a long way. A foolproof pie crust is coveted and seemingly evasive, but it doesn’t have to elude you anymore with this recipe for flaky butter pie dough. If you don’t have the time to make your own dough, we’ve found all of the best frozen pie crusts out there, letting you dig in in half the time.

To get the pie dough rolling, inspire your culinary creativity with our favorite summer pie recipes. No matter the filling you choose, we know you won’t be able to stop yourself from grabbing that second slice. Or third. (We certainly never can.) As always, show us how you #cooktheworld with all of your oven-conquering, mouth-watering pie creations.