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Art of the Pie: A Practical Guide to Homemade Crusts, Fillings, and Life

by Kate McDermott
Countryman. Oct. 2016. 352p. photos. bibliog. index. ISBN 9781581573275. $35; ebk. ISBN 9781581575750. COOKING
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OrangeReviewStarExpert pie baker McDermott counsels readers to "work dough and life lightly," and this easygoing outlook pervades her eight chapters of sweet and savory pies, which include such delights as poached pear sour cream caramel pie with a crumb topping, concord grape pie, banana rum caramel coconut pie, and traditional English pork pies. There are more than a dozen pie doughs, including vegan, gluten-free, and fryer-friendly options. McDermott describes essential techniques (e.g., how to make and roll a traditional pie dough, how to weave a lattice top) in sensuous detail, using the encouraging tone of a close friend or relative.
VERDICT Few pie cookbooks are as heartwarming and funny as McDermott's instructive debut.
Reviewed by Lisa Campbell , Dec 01, 2016
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