Chef Javier Burillo has some delicious recipes for Thanksgiving pies, and we’ve got them for you. If you’d like the recipes, just click on the following links:
Pumpkin Pie
This Thanksgiving favorite is fantastic. So full of nutrients, it is a healthy treat your family will love!
Make sure to use ripe pumpkins to get the best flavor and aroma of this pie. New England varieties like Sugar or Cheese pumpkin are considered ideal for baking if you can find New England varieties. A good alternative is regular big-sized pumpkins which are available in the supermarkets up to the holiday season.
Mix 1 egg, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. Pour into a pie shell or pastry you made yourself or used store-bought refrigerated pie crusts. Place in the oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 325 degrees for 25 minutes.
Rhubarb Pie
This is a very popular pie in the United States. The beautiful red color makes it stand out from other pies, but its sweet flavor makes it a winner.
Make sure to use fresh rhubarb stalks for this easy yet tasty pie recipe. Fill your pastry or refrigerated pie crust with about 1 cup of chopped rhubarb. Pour a mixture of 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon over the rhubarb. Cover with a crust you made yourself or used store-bought refrigerated pie crusts. Arrange slits for steam on the top of the pastry, then place in the oven at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
Lemon Meringue Pie
This is one of those classic American desserts that has become part of our traditions on Thanksgiving Day. Lemon lovers will love it! If your family loves citrus too then, you need to try this recipe.
Make sure to use fresh lemons for this pie. It will give the pie a much better flavor and aroma than using artificial flavoring. The zest of 3 lemons should be enough for 1 cup of juice. Pour the lemon juice over 4 egg yolks beaten until smooth, then mix in 1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel (add more if you like it extra tart), and 7 tablespoons butter. Bring this mixture to a simmer on low heat, constantly stirring with a whisk or wooden spoon. Now add your prepared pastry or refrigerated pie crusts into the oven at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, then 350 degrees for 10 minutes more.
Spicy Apple Pie
Apples are great fruits that can be eaten fresh or baked into delicious treats. This recipe is perfect for both occasions. Try it out and see how your family enjoys this tasty pie!
Mix 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder, and crushed cloves (if you like) in a bowl. Take 4 cups of peeled and sliced apples (about five medium-sized ones), then pour the mixture over these slices along with 3 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces. Place all this in an oven-friendly dish or pastry lined with dough crusts that have been refrigerated until ready to use or made yourself—Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. If you’d like a little extra tartness to the filling, add a total of 3 tablespoons of sugar and a teaspoon of lemon juice into a bowl, then mix until no lumps remain.
