FLAVORS
The best pies for Thanksgiving all depend on the flavor. The flavor needs to have a taste that makes you think of fall when you taste it. It also needs to be balanced. Many different types of pies are really good for Thanksgiving such as fruit, savory, and cream.
TROUBLES?
Do you have trouble baking? You can always search videos on youtube on how to make specific pies. Or even baking tips. Or if you want to go into a little more depth you can always do a local class. Harmons hosts good classes as well as Lk cooking.
Pumpkin Pie
The first pie is pumpkin pie. Pumpkin pie is iconic for thanksgiving because you get that spice that instantly reminds you of fall. THE RECIPE:
- 1 (15 ounces) can of pumpkin
- 1 (14 ounces) can EAGLE BRAND® Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2 large eggs large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 (9 inches) unbaked pie crust
The recipe is from https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/23439/perfect-pumpkin-pie/
Instructions:
The first step you need to do is preheat the oven to 425 degrees. This recipe is very simple yet very delicious. While the oven is heating you can start by mixing the can of pumpkin with the sweetened condensed milk, eggs, spices, and salt with a whisk. This will create a pumpkiny texture. Once mixed, pour the pumpkin mixture into the unbaked pie crust. Bake for 15 minutes. As soon as the 15 minutes are up, turn the oven down to 350 degrees and bake for an additional 35 to 40 minutes. To keep the tasty, smooth, pumpkin pie fresh, store it in the refrigerator. Serve as desired. Enjoy!
HAZELNUT PECAN PIE
The second pie is Hazelnut pecan pie. The combination of Hazelnut and pecan makes a delicious tasty balanced flavor. For some people, pecan pie is too sweet. But, I think if you balance the hazelnut and pecan it will come out delicious! THE RECIPE:
- 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup hazelnut flavoring syrup
- 1/2 cup dark corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
The recipe is from: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hazelnut-pecan-pie/
Instructions:
The first step is preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Once completed you can start mixing the syrups, sugar, butter, vanilla, and flour as best as you can. Then you’re going to want to mix in your pecans, tasty hazelnuts, and finally your yummy chocolate chips. Once mixed completely put the fillings in the refrigerated pie crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes. When your sweet delicious pie is completed feel free to serve with whipped cream. Make sure to refrigerate leftovers. Enjoy your mouth-watering pie.
APPLE BUTTER PIE
The last pie is Salted Caramel Apple pie. If you love apple pie you’re going to love this yummy pie. It’s a good change from the original apple pie. It has such a salty yet sweet taste. Take my word for it… It’s delicious. THE RECIPE:
- 1/2 cup apple butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups whole milk*
- Pastry for 1 to 9 pie crust
The recipe is from https://www.tastesoflizzyt.com/apple-butter-pie-recipe/
INSTRUCTIONS:
To start you’re going to want to beat eggs in a bowl and preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Then you will mix the sugar, cornstarch, yummy cinnamon, and tasty apple butter. Once fully incorporated, whisk the milk and set it aside. Press the pastry into the pie pan and pour the mixture we set aside into the pie crust. Finally bake for 60-65 minutes. Once baked completely let it chill for a while and refrigerate leftovers.
Good luck with your baking adventure!
