If there’s one thing Martha Stewart knows, it’s pie, and nowhere is that more apparent than in her latest book, Martha Stewart’s Pies & Tarts, a tribute to America’s classic dessert. The team at Martha Stewart Living has put together a compendium of pie and tart recipes, beautifully organized into the categories classic, free-form, sleek, dreamy, rustic, layered, dainty, artful, holiday, and savory.
Crispy, buttery, and sweet plum crostata
There is literally something for everyone in this book. From the fool-proof chocolate cream pie to the sophisticated and artful shingled-leaf brandy apple pie, novice and professional bakers alike will find inspiration and learn a thing or two. The book includes a section entitled “The Basics” that features an ingredient and equipment glossary, illustrated techniques for things like lattice tops and double crusts, and basic recipes for crusts, creams, and more. This book will become my go-to on the subject and I look forward to smudging it up with butter and chocolate stained fingertips for years to come.
Pies were going fast!
To promote the launch of the new book, Team Martha hosted a Pop-Up shop in New York City’s Greenwich Village this weekend where they sold autographed copies of the book (which I’m now the proud owner of) along with mini-versions of some of the pies featured within. I traveled downtown on Saturday afternoon to meet my wonderful friend Erin and partake in the pie madness.
The shop was packed and by the time I arrived they had already sold out of some of the more popular varieties. After picking up my copy I snagged a chewy chess pie while they lasted then headed to the back to watch Sarah Carey and Shira Bocar of Everyday Food and Whole Living (respectively) demo mini rhubarb and raspberry galettes and answer questions.
The two of us held court in front of the adorably dressed duo and got some really helpful tips on all things pie. Check out my next post to get some great tips and watch Shira assemble these adorable sweet treats (plus get the recipe!).
Gift with purchase: chewy chess pie-full of butter and caramel goodness!
Sarah Carey showing us how she makes pie dough
I’m thrilled that I was able to attend the event, and even more excited to get baking and try out some of the delicious recipes. Look out for a strawberry galette with basil whipped cream, chocolate mouse tart with hazelnuts, and cheddar crust apple pie on Fun Fearless Foodie soon.
How much is that pie in the window? Priceless apparently, these weren't for sale
Cookbooks for sale
Want to pick up your own copy of Martha Stewart Pies & Tarts? Spend a lot less than I did and order one from the Martha store, where it’s on sale for $13.29! http://shop.marthastewart.com/Martha-Stewarts-New-Pies-and-Tarts/A/0307405095.htm
You have to love that they were using beautiful multi-colored eggs from Martha Stewart's own chickens
Tara O'Keeffe
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Wow! Those look so amazing! What a cool event. Thanks for sharing.
If there is one pie and tart cookbook everyone should have, it is this one! Loved all of the recipes I tried, especially the Strawberry Galette with Basil Whipped Cream! Mmmmm