Category Archives: Pies

July 4th Apple Pie

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Vanalee

This is not a traditional apple pie. I got the idea from Dinner-A Love Story. It’s actually a galette. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Roll out a 9 inch pie crust. I used a Betty Crocker pie crust mix, … Continue reading →

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Shepherd’s Pie

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Vanalee

I had never made a shepherd’s pie until we moved to London 10 years ago. (Has it really been 10 years since I have lived in the USA?) It doesn’t seem that long. It was quickly added to Rick and … Continue reading →

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Mayan Chocolate Cream Pie

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Vanalee

We celebrated Father’s Day this year in Kingwood, Texas. We had planned barbecue at Jame’s and Ruth’s, but woke up Sunday morning to a non-cooling air conditioner downstairs. If you have ever been in the Houston area between April and October … Continue reading →

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Susan’s Caramel Apple Pie

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Vanalee

Ingredients:One double deep dish pie crust (make sure the sides are high so the topping won’t run over the edge) Filling 5 or 6 apples, peeled cored and sliced3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 water2 tablespoons cornstarch Cook the filling ingredients … Continue reading →

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