Pumpkin Pie vs. Pecan Pie


Updated 11/21/10 11:49 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

Comparing the Nutritional Value of Pecan Pie vs. Pumpkin Pie

When it comes to Thanksgiving, it's like a war of the pies. Be it apple, pumpkin, cherry, or pecan pie, there's bound to be some sort of competition between the sweets. If my taste buds could have their druthers, we'd dive right into the pecan pie and never look back. Unfortunately for my senses, yet fortunately for my skinny jeans, my willpower is better than that. While no pie is truly a good Read more

Come Party With Me: Vegetarian Thanksgiving — Dessert


Updated 11/10/10 10:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegan Pumpkin Pie Recipe

While most classic Thanksgiving desserts don't feature meat, the majority do use dairy products. If you're catering to a mix of vegetarians and vegans, it's important to serve a dessert that everyone can enjoy. This pumpkin pie recipe is 100 percent vegan. The crust consists of flour and pecans blended with vegetable shortening. The pumpkin filling gets its creamy, smooth, and thick texture from Read more

Come Party With Me: Kentucky Derby — Dessert


Updated 08/04/10 11:07 AM · Posted by partysugar · 2 comments

Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe

There's only one dessert to serve at a Kentucky Derby viewing party, and that's pie. The original recipe for the authentic pie is a close guarded secret , but a quick Internet search proves that there are tons of chocolate-nut pie variations out there. This one is similar to a classic pecan pie, but with a rich brown sugar bourbon filling and chocolate chips. It needs time to bake and set and can Read more

Come Party With Me: Potluck Thanksgiving — Desserts


Updated 12/10/09 12:49 PM · Posted by partysugar · 2 comments

Easy Caramel Walnut Thanksgiving Pie Recipe

If you've volunteered (or been assigned) to bring a dessert to a Thanksgiving potluck, don't run to the nearest bakery. You can bake a delicious homemade treat that will impress your friends and family! Start by selecting an unexpected dessert like caramel-walnut pie. It's similar to classic pecan pie, but is made with walnuts instead. Next give yourself plenty of time to make the pie and if Read more

Thanksgiving Dessert That's Easy As (Pecan) Pie


Updated 11/22/10 11:18 AM · Posted by partysugar · 9 comments

Thanksgiving Dessert That's Easy As (Pecan) Pie

Need a super-quick, delicious dessert for Thanksgiving? How about classic pecan pie! This no-fail recipe is especially great for those short on time or new to the kitchen. No special baking equipment is needed to make this pie. All you have to do is combine the filling ingredients in a bowl, fill the pie shell, and bake. To simplify the process even more, use a ready-made pie crust from the Read more

Pie Breakdown


Updated 11/20/09 12:09 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 25 comments

Pie Breakdown

To many of us, Thanksgiving means pies — lots and lots of pies. From apple pie to pumpkin pie, you're most likely going to encounter at least a slice or two this holiday season. When you do, use this breakdown to make the best decisions about which pies you could (and shouldn't) indulge in. To see the pie breakdown, just read more Read more

52 Weeks of Baking: Pecan Pie Cookies


Updated 11/20/07 12:49 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 73 comments

52 Weeks of Baking: Pecan Pie Cookies

I originally thought I'd make a classic Thanksgiving pie for this week's baking project. However, as you may know, pie crust tends to thwart me. So instead of struggling about, I started thinking about ways to make a pie without making a pie. Eventually, I landed upon the idea of a pecan pie cookie and after a bit of googling, I found a recipe that sounded just right. The result — a thumb-print Read more

Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (Dessert)


Updated 11/19/08 4:39 PM · Posted by partysugar · 10 comments

Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (Dessert)

After you have finished your Thanksgiving meal, clean the kitchen and take a nice, leisurely walk. By the time you return home you will feel refreshed and ready for a piece of pie and a glass of champagne. Pumpkin pie is the obvious choice for a decadent dessert. Jazz yours up with an amaretto whipped cream. Serve a second dessert option in the form of a chocolate pecan pie. Slice up any Read more

Make Pecan Pie Like Grandma Timberlake


Updated 11/23/07 8:28 AM · Posted by partysugar · 12 comments

Make Pecan Pie Like Grandma Timberlake

Pop singer Justin Timberlake recently opened his first restaurant in New York City. Called Southern Hospitality, it's a BBQ joint that serves exactly what you would expect from a Southern boy at heart: ribs, cornbread, hush puppies, and fried chicken. Many of the recipes are from his family's collection, including his grandmother's deviled eggs and pecan pie. Says Timberlake of his beloved Read more