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Summer Pies

Who doesn't like a slice of fresh, homemade pie? The summer fruit harvest is underway with wave after wave of berries and stone fruits ripening to perfection. Eat these gems "out of hand" at the peak of freshness, or better yet, put them in a summer fruit pie.

 

IN THIS ISSUE, we equip you with all the tips and tricks required for making the best summer fruit pies you've ever had! From tender, tasty crusts to generous fruit fillings, making a homemade pie is easier than you think and more delicious than you might believe. Let's get started!

In This Issue:
Quick Bites, Thursday Nights
Downtown Dollar Days
Girls' Night Out - Aug 11
Saturdays: Farmers' Market
New Arrivals: Polish Pottery
Seven Secrets to Great Crust
RECIPE: Lattice-Top Blueberry Pie
How to Make a Lattice Crust
RECIPE: Peach and Creme Fraiche Pie
Signature Styles for Crust
Baking and Serving Tips
RECIPE: Red Currant and Raspberry Pie
Solutions for Pie Problems
Cookbook Review
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July 23, 2011

 

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August 6, 2011

 

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August 7, 2011 

 

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August 13, 2011

 

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September 10, 2011 

 

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September 17, 2011

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September 10, 2011

 

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September 17, 2011 

 

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September 24, 2011

 

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October 22, 2011

 

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& Matt Schrader

November 5, 2011

Rachel Schmidt
& Craig Boeke
November 19, 2011

 

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Quick Bites on Thursday Nights!
We're celebrating Thursday evenings every week through August 11th! Beginning at 6:00pm, stop in for a "Quick Bite" made from one of our favorite products or a "Quick Bite" from some of our favorite Stonewall Kitchen dips & salsas.  No formal cooking demonstration - just enough to taste!

   

Quick Bites on Thursday Nights

Thursday, July 21:  

Quick Dips - Mouthwatering snacks from Stonewall Kitchen dips & salsas.

 

Thursday, July 28:

Popcorn Night - Real theater popcorn from Whirley Pop, "America's Favorite Popcorn Popper." 

 

Thursday, August 4:

I Scream, You Scream, We ALL Scream for Ice Cream from our Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker.  

 

Thursday, August 11:

Simple Decorating Tips - A sugar cookie or cupcake is yours to enjoy after you've decorated it using one of our favorite decorating bottles from Kuhn Rikon (Our last "Quick Bites" night for this season!). 

 

Downtown Dollar Days

GIrls' Night Out! - Aug 11

Farmers' Market

Polish Pottery

Saturday Morning Demonstrations Resume Sept. 10th

Mark your calendars, our Fall Cooking Demonstrations will begin on Saturday, September 10th at 10am. Topic and instructor to be announced. Be sure to watch our electronic newsletter for updates on our schedule.

It Starts with the Crust
Mixing the Crust  
Managing the Crust
Moving the Crust
The Best Pie Secret

Lattice Top Blueberry PieBlueberry Pie  

Pies
How to Make A Lattice Crust

How to Make A Lattice CrustGrater

Pie Crimper
Pie Crimper
Dual wheels cut or crimp pie crusts in a decorative fashion. Great for pasta making, too.
Pastry Brush
OXO Pastry Brush
Finely bristled brush glides over delicate pastries. Odor resistant and safe to 600 F.
French Rolling Pin
French Rolling Pin
One of many excellent rolling pins available. Tapered ends allow good control during rolling.

Summer Pies

Peach Pie
Signature Crust Edges
Signature Crust Edges

Baking and Serving

Pie Server
Pie Server
Sleek design with stainless steel durability elegantly serves up every flavor of pie.
Pie Shield
4-pc Silicone Pie Shield
Silicone pie ring pieces shield the edge from baking too quickly. Easy on and off. 
Dough Press
Rolling Pin Rings
Achieve even thickness on your crusts, (and cookies), with rings that fit on your rolling pin.

Red Currant and Raspberry Pie

RECIPE: Red Currant and Raspberry Pie
Solutions for Pie ProblemsSolutions for Pie Problems
Pie Plate
Emile Henry Pie Plate
Known for quality and durability, this deep dish pie plate bakes and serves beautifully.
Pie Bird
Norpro Pie Bird
Vent double-crusted pies with this charming little bird designed to help steam escape.
Pie Gate
Nifty Oven Guard
Place this guard under pies while baking to catch any spills while allowing air circulation.
Pie Plate
Oven Liner
Perfect for keeping your oven clean - never clean the bottom of your oven again!
Pie Plate
Silicone Pastry Mat
Roll out pie crust, pastry dough, cookies, biscuits, or pizza dough easily with this mat.
Pie Plate
Silpat Nonstick Baking Mat
Place this baking mat directly on your baking sheet for even baking.

 

Cookbook ReviewCookbook Review

Celebrate the peak of summer with a homemade fruit pie of your own. Go ahead, make it a la mode!

Marg, Vicky & Holly
and all the Staff at Cooks' Emporium

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