Pies and Tarts

*Definitely Not Derby Pie* – Chocolate Walnut Pie

Posted on May 2nd, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 2 Comments

When I began my research for *Definitely Not Derby Pie* - Chocolate Walnut Pie, I found out that the name is protected fiercely by the Kern family…

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Banana Cream Pie with Pretzel Crust

Posted on Jun 19th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 15 Comments

While Banana Cream Pie with Pretzel Crust is more Southern than Midwestern, the pudding mix dessert aspect fits right into our Midwestern…

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Sour Cherry Pie

Posted on Jul 15th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 2 Comments

When sour cherries become available, I make Sour Cherry Pie. Well, first, I go cherry picking, pitting and freezing, but that's another story. I have…

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Pâte Sablée (Sweet Tart Dough)

Posted on Aug 4th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 2 Comments

Pâte Sablée (Sweet Tart Dough) is another repertoire recipe that's a good one to know. It's different from regular Pastry Dough due to the higher…

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Pastry Dough for a Two-crust 9-inch Pie

Posted on Oct 16th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 2 Comments

I've been making this Pastry Dough for a Two-crust 9-inch Pie (from Fannie Farmer) FOREVER. There are lots of great pastry doughs out there, and…

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Apple Cranberry Pie with Cheese! Crust

Posted on Oct 16th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 4 Comments

Sometimes the best dishes come about because I’ve forgotten about some ingredients that I don’t want to lose, like this Apple Cranberry Pie with…

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Apple Cider Cream Pie

Posted on Nov 26th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

I think this Apple Cider Cream Pie one of the recipes I’ve made in the past few years with a name that doesn’t do it justice. Cream pies in…

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Cranberry Caramel Tarts

Posted on Nov 27th, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

I absolutely adore these Cranberry Caramel Tarts. This was one of those desserts that I knew would be a favorite of mine, even before I tried it. And…

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Stilton Tart with Blueberry Sage Compote

Posted on Dec 31st, 2013 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 1 Comment

This Stilton Tart with Blueberry Sage Compote is a lovely thing to make for a New Year’s Eve cocktail party. One of the best parts about it is…

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Happy New Year Party

Posted on Jan 1st, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

Happy New Year! Dirty Laundry Kitchen is now about a year old. I want to take a moment to thank you all so much for reading the blog and sharing 2013…

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Snow Day Chicken Pot Pie

Posted on Jan 22nd, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 4 Comments

Today, it's the day for Snow Day Chicken Pot Pie. You know the kind. The wind chill is below freezing, there are logs on the fire; I could curl up…

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Key Lime Pie, two ways

Posted on May 20th, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

I blame my friend Erica, for this post: Key Lime Pie, two ways. Or I'm grateful to her, but I hold her personally responsible for the many hours that…

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Spicy Polenta Tarts with Okra and Sweet Corn

Posted on Jun 14th, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 6 Comments

These Spicy Polenta Tarts with Okra and Sweet Corn were inspired by a recipe I saw online. It’s funny how some of these pinterest recipes work…

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Fresh Strawberry Pie with Rhubarb Curd

Posted on Jun 19th, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 16 Comments

My Fresh Strawberry Pie with Rhubarb Curd all started with two quarts of gorgeous little local fresh strawberries. You know the ones. They’re…

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Stone Fruit Crostada with Rye Crust

Posted on Sep 18th, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

This Stone Fruit Crostada with Rye Crust is born of many different influences. I love stone fruit season and have been waiting all Summer to do a…

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Pumpkin Butterscotch Pie with Gluten Free Cashew Crust

Posted on Nov 7th, 2014 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 1 Comment

My Pumpkin Butterscotch Pie with Gluten Free Cashew Crust was a knock it out of the park sort of recipe. It was also a perfect fit for my Caribbean…

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Vasterbottenpaj Swedish Quiche

Posted on Jun 11th, 2015 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 12 Comments

It feels a little ominous to post my Vasterbottenpaj (Swedish Quiche) the day before the US v. Sweden Women’s World Cup game. While I love…

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Rye Crust Apple Custard Pie

Posted on Nov 23rd, 2015 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

I love everything about this Rye Crust Apple Custard Pie, except perhaps the fact that it requires a deep-dish pan and it’s a bit of a pain to…

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Lingonberry Cardamom Tart

Posted on Nov 17th, 2017 - By Dirty Laundry Kitchen - 0 Comments

From a technique perspective, this Lingonberry Cardamom Tart is closely based on a Martha Stewart recipe. But I have a confession to make, I’ve…

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