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Bourbon Laced Pumpkin Pie with Walnut Crumble Topping

By On November 18, 2011 In Baked Goods, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Pies With 26 Comments Permanent Link to Bourbon Laced Pumpkin Pie with Walnut Crumble ToppingPermalink

There are few things I look forward to each year more than the month of November. With its arrival comes two of my most favorite days meant especially for eating great food and celebrating: my birthday and Thanksgiving.

I generally get a full week to stuff myself by extending the two occasions–which are usually only separated by a few days– into one massive foodfest. This Sunday, I will be celebrating my 30th year of life… and I am pretty darned thrilled about it. I’m usually a fan of birthdays, but I’m not one to want to go “all out”. But, this year is extra special for me as I have been looking forward to turning 30 since I was about 10 years old. I always thought I would have my shit pretty much together by then and would officially be an adult. Funny how your perspective on age can change when 30 smacks you right in the face. It’s not so far away anymore! Plus, I’m pretty sure I’ve officially been an adult for a while now–for a couple of years, anyways. And, as far as having everything together… ehh, I may have a little more work to do, but I’m not complaining. Life is very good and I feel super lucky to be living it. I have a great job I adore, a loving family, and amazing friends. I also have loyal readers like you that make me love what I do every single day that much more. And for all that I have, I am extra grateful.

I am starting my birthday/Thanksgiving bonanza tonight with this pumpkin pie. Bourbon makes it all the better, and I highly recommend serving it with a big dollop of sweetened whipped coconut cream. I’ll be toasting myself into the next decade of my life this evening with a hot mug of nog and a cold slice of pie.

Cheers!

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Apple, Pear and Onion Tarte Salée

By On September 16, 2011 In Baked Goods, Dinner, Gluten-Free, Pies With 10 Comments Permanent Link to Apple, Pear and Onion Tarte SaléePermalink

This savory tart is hearty enough to call a pie and delicious enough to star as a fantastic main course. I’ve always loved the combination of apples, onions and cheeze and decided to incorporate all three in this special entrée. The addition of unripened Bartlett pears gives it an extra touch of sweetness and unexpected flavor.

Inspired by my ongoing obsession with French everything, this tart is excellent for impressing house guests, or even just your favorite people who sit alongside you at the dinner table.

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Banana Cream Pie

By On January 28, 2011 In Desserts, Gluten-Free, Pies With 40 Comments Permanent Link to Banana Cream PiePermalink

This recipe is a combination of this cheesecake I made a while back + an insatiable craving I’ve been having lately for some banana cream pie.

It is not at all what I remember my mother’s banana cream pie to taste like (I’m pretty sure she included shredded coconut and jello pudding in her version), but it certainly hit the spot. With cashew cream, walnuts, bananas and almonds… it has all the fixins for a proper pie.

Did I mention it practically makes itself?

Okay, it definitely gets a little help from a food processor. Still, it is very easy to make if you have one of those aforementioned fancy gadgets, and a little extra time to spare.

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Chocolate Acorn Squash Baked Custard

By On October 6, 2010 In Baked Goods, Chocolate, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Pudding/Mousse, Veggies With 32 Comments Permanent Link to Chocolate Acorn Squash Baked CustardPermalink

I woke up this morning determined to create something wonderful with this little acorn squash that had been rolling around on my counter-top for the past few days.

After mixing up all of the ingredients,  I had no idea that I had just created my new favorite Autumn treat. I’m serious! This dessert tastes remarkably like a chocolate pumpkin pie, or a pot de créme,  or simply what it is: an awesome baked custard (no eggs or cream needed). And it’s so easy to make!

Creamy, rich, and chocolatey, I dare you to eat just one bite.

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Spiced Apple Galette

By On September 3, 2010 In Baked Goods, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Pies With 11 Comments Permanent Link to Spiced Apple GalettePermalink

Autumn is officially on its way, and with it comes chills in the air, vibrant colors in the trees, great camping weather, the perfect excuse to overuse nutmeg in everything, and of course, plenty of apples. Because of these things (and Halloween!), Autumn is without a doubt the season I most look forward to. I like to pretend that Summer is my favorite (and I love to gripe about being cold)… but I cannot deny the excitement I feel when I notice the leaves begin to fall. I have already busted out my corduroys…

From Labor Day to Thanksgiving, I like to take advantage of the glorious bounty that Autumn brings. Brace yourself folks, I’m about to stretch this season out as long as I possibly can. Starting now.

Hope you all like apples, pumpkins, black cats, and mulling spices… because it may get a little ridiculous around here.

Let’s kick off this early tribute to Fall with a little gluten-free galette, shall we? Truly a great way to say “bye bye” to summer and “how do you do?” to Autumn-like comfort food.

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Raspberry Pie

By On June 28, 2010 In Baked Goods, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Pies With 21 Comments Permanent Link to Raspberry PiePermalink

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I tend to make all of my fruit pies the exact same way… and I am always stuffing my face very happy with the results. This raspberry pie is no exception. Once I cut the first slice, it barely lasted 30 minutes.

Mmmm pie.

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Cherry Tart-lettes

By On June 1, 2010 In Appetizers/Hors d'oeuvre, Baked Goods, Gluten-Free With 7 Comments Permanent Link to Cherry Tart-lettesPermalink

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Over the weekend, the family and I stocked up on plenty-o-cherries. While I was excited about eating them as is- savoring each sweet and juicy bite- my son had another plan for them: cherry pie.

He must have asked me to make cherry pie at least ten times this past weekend.

Truthfully, the thought of rolling out a pie crust in 90 degree weather seemed less than appealing…but I didn’t want to disappoint my little man. So, I compromised with some tiny cherry tarts. Similar to the requested pie, with a little less fuss. These tarts can be made quickly, with relatively little effort. Pitting the cherries is the hardest part.

They are super cute too. Kinda like cookies and pie and muffins- all in one!

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Chocolate Cashew Ice Cream Pie

By On February 10, 2010 In Cakes, Chocolate, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Pies With 23 Comments Permanent Link to Chocolate Cashew Ice Cream PiePermalink

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Okay, this pie does not actually contain ice cream.  But, when the creamy mousse and cashew cream layers are frozen, they sure could pass for ice cream.  It is rich with flavor and kind of  indulgent as far as ingredients go.  But, Valentine’s day is coming up, right?  So why not splurge on yourself… or a loved one.  This dreamy treat  is full of chocolate, dates, almond flour, cashews… and there’s some tofu in there too.

The freezing process is a little time consuming, but the prep couldn’t be easier.  It mainly involves using a just food processor and a spatula.  The three layers frozen together sort of  resemble an “ice-cream cake” in taste and texture.  Yet, unlike a certain non-vegan name brand ice cream cake that I used to go crazy over- this one’s full of good stuff.   So,  refusing a second slice seems almost silly. :)

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