The cool crisp air and fading green leaves mean only one thing – autumn is here! Nothing says fall quite like the aroma of baked goods wafting through the house. Pies in particular evoke nostalgic feelings of comfort and warmth during the autumn season. Here are some classic pie recipes to usher in the fall.
Apples are synonymous with fall and apple pie is an American classic. Granny Smith, Golden Delicious and Honeycrisp apples all work great in pies. Peel, core and slice the apples, then toss with sugar, cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg. Pour into your favorite double crust pie shell and bake until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown. Serve topped with ice cream or whipped cream.
Pumpkin pie is ideal for Thanksgiving but the flavor of pumpkin is perfect any fall evening. Blend canned pumpkin, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger, then pour into a pie shell. Bake for about an hour until the center is set. Let cool, then top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Nothing says comfort like pecan pie. Chopped pecans are suspended in a sweet syrupy filling made of corn syrup, sugar, eggs and butter. Pour into a pie shell and bake until the filling is set and the crust is browned, about 50-60 minutes. Let cool completely, then serve topped with bourbon whipped cream.
Sweet potato pie is a southern classic perfect for fall. Blend mashed sweet potatoes, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract. Pour into a pie shell and bake for about an hour. The creamy orange filling and warm spices are reminiscent of Thanksgiving. Serve topped with marshmallows for an extra special treat.