"Ken Haedrich, dean of The Pie Academy, offers up a blockbuster collection of more than 250 recipes that belong in the kitchens of all pie aficionados, from rolling-pin newbies to experienced bakers. Take the step-by-step Perfect Pie Dough tutorial, then explore dozens of crust options, change up your proven pie favorites, and find dazzling new filling flavors as well as toppings, meringues, and sauces." -- Back cover. "Discover recipes for all types of crusts and pastry, including gluten-free, whole wheat, and extra-flaky. Learn about the best tools and gadgets to make dough and fillings. Step-by-step instructions with photos make it easy for bakers of all levels"-- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Part one: Behind the scenes. The pie maker's tools: pins, pans, pastry blenders, and more ; In the pantry: flours, fats, and fillings ; How to make a pie: a step-by-step tutorial plus a whole lot more -- part two: The wonderful world of pie. a panoply of pie doughs: all the dough you'll ever need ; Berry pies: summer's jewels in a crust ; More summer delights: a profusion of fruit pies ; Make mine apple: variations on a classic ; The other fall classics: pear, pumpkin, cranberry, and more ; The notable nut: pecan pie and beyond ; Rich, sweet, and simple: chess, buttermilk, and other custard pies ; Small packages: mini pies, turnovers, and other hand pies ; Icebox pies: chiffons, a chocolate silk, and other cool pleasures ; Cream pies: the diner classics come home ; From the freezer: inviting ice cream pies and other icy treats ; A pie potpourri: brownie pies, rice pies, and other delicious oddballs ; The pie maker's pantry: sweet sauces, toppings, and meringues.