9 Ways to Celebrate Pi(e)

Pi Day is 3/14, and while this made-up holiday has nothing in common with our favorite dessert, we have no problem dedicating a whole day to baking and eating pie. Here are nine sweet and savory ways to indulge.

 

Lattice-Top Blueberry Pie

As far as pie fillings go, this one is pretty easy—no pitting, peeling or slicing required. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Buttermilk Pie

Charleston’s Hominy Grill shares their recipe for traditional buttermilk pie. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Key Lime Pie

I think this is the most perfect Key Lime Pie recipe I have ever tasted. The ratios are spot on and the custard turns out perfectly every time. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Coconut Custard Pie

This is the best coconut pie of its kind—not too fancy, not complicated, just deeply satisfying. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Deep-Dish Peach Streusel Pie with Ginger

I’m not a pastry dude, but this “from scratch” pie is simple and easy, and the dough is very forgiving for the first-time pie maker. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Microwave Orange Custard Pie

Want to make a fun dessert and all you have is a microwave? This orange custard pie is your solution. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Homegrown Tomato Pie

During the months when delicious tomatoes aren’t flooding every backyard, roasted Roma tomatoes sub in nicely. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Curried Lamb Hand Pies

These individual curried lamb hand pies are easy to throw together for a fun weeknight dinner. Get the recipe >>>

 

 

Bacon & Onion Tart

It’s a bacon and onion filling bound with soft, ripened goat cheese and a ballsy Gruyère, poured fairly shallowly into a delicate pâte brisée. Get the recipe >>>