After making pumpkin pies for Thanksgiving and Christmas for 50 years, I now know why the crust always came away from the filling. Thank you so very much for this information.(PS I am 72.)
Erin. I have no formal training. I’m a 54-year-old father who has always enjoyed cooking. I use a lot of ideas from UA-cam. My family is amazed at my pies. Especially of course… The crust. Because I use butter and I utilize your techniques. It’s kind of cool being a guy that makes better pie than all the other women. LOL. I just wanted to thank you. You’re an incredible baker. You also enjoy what you do and I can tell that. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Thank you for allowing my family to enjoy some of the best pumpkin pies around. Of course… I was asked, Scott, would you please bake a few pies for us? The answer is of course. Thanks Erin
How are you doing today Gorgeous? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
Learned it as a child from the 1948 Betty Crocker Cookbook (edition before that became a 'cookbook' about using Betty Crocker pre-made foods - real baking). Betty Crocker also taught me about 'slip-slide custard pie.' Bake the crus in one tin, completely baked. Bake the custard separately in a well-buttered pie tin that's exactly the same size as the crust tin. When you're ready to serve, just jiggle the custard (may have to warm the bottom if the butter has had a chance to get hard), so that it moves back and forth in the butter. Then slide it into the crispy, fully-cooked crust, wiggle it to settle it in the crust and serve immediately. Any weeping has already happened in the custard tin, not in your crust.
How are you doing today Liz Miller? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
Erin McDowel is a new standard from which, we can only make allusions to in the future. In 20 years we’ll be saying, this guy is the male Erin McDowel.
I love her series because I've never been good with pies. My gift was always with scones. I've learned so much and I just love her jovial excitement about pies. She really is the jolly baker.
Erin, what great information. I love how you incorporate the mistakes that happen and how to prevent it. NO one ever addresses these issues, and of course it's going to happen. It's just a matter of time! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for addressing PIES, they can be tricky! Don't ever STOP doing these videos, they are soooo educational. Thank you
Yusef Khan same principle, just pre cook veggies and dry as much as possible. For instance steam broccoli and spread on a tray while hot, when cool blot it with paper towel. With spinach I steam then wring and towel out as much moisture as possible.
I’m binging this series. Is it possible to do more comprehensive series like this with other categories of desserts? ie cookies, brownies, cakes, etc? Would watch many times and buy all the cookbooks (like I just bought the book on pie 😂)
Having watched all of Erin’s videos on food52, I especially appreciate the pie slice super cut at the end. 🥰 Thank you for teaching and sharing your joy. You are a blessing!
She said, "get you in the best pie-shape you've ever been." Then, custard pies are "some of the most misunderstood." Later, "Team Pie. That's me. And I'm the quarterback." So supportive. So understanding. Indeed, if you are the pie in this equation, put a ring on it.
Profound observation, Julian. But don't wait too long- before you select that special person and speak of them in that way (quietly and aloud) forever more. Don't wait, Julian- create the perfection. LOVE
I literally clicked on this video to learn about how to make custard pie. Had no idea pecan pie ( a pie I make frequently) is considered a custard pie. So this whole time, I was intimidated by custard pie - only to find I've been making one for years. I've also learned that my Dad's soggy sweet potato pie can be improved by just pre (par) baking the crust. What a great video. Thank you!! I'm going to check out the other pie videos.
Erin is so enthusiastic about baking and a great teacher. I love that she’s taking 10 mins in the video just to explain what can go wrong and breaking down the science of cooking. Definitely ordering her book!
You are my new bestest friend for ever!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE Clafouti. Plum, cherry, blueberry, etc. APPLE prebaked with cinnamon and nutmeg. Off the hook. I love pie!
Aww, Erin, your granny's doily! How very sweet that you shared it with us, and showed us how to use such an item to decorate a pie. Thanks very much, Erin!
How are you doing today Brenda Bale? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
Thanks Erin for sharing your knowledge with us! You are so detailed and encouraging. I learnt so much from watching your UA-cam. It is so heartening to see you bake so effortlessly. Learning how the various mistakes can occur sure helps to prevent them. Thank you again!
Erin's videos are amazing I love how passionate she is about what she does, really good teacher and baker and really funny too, she fullfills the recipes with lots of joy and love! Greets from Germany!
Love your recipes and have already pre-ordered a copy of your book. I'm not great at making pies but plan on practicing and getting better at them through your book. Can't wait!!
I love your fun attitude! You are such a great chef too I can’t believe how fun you are while making some daunting projects a lot easier for people the way you explain everything. I don’t have room for rolling dough right now but am def excited to get started on cakes and everything from watching your videos. I am a cook for work and got into baking during lockdown last year, starting with cookies and simple cheesecakes. Thanks for being awesome!
I love this series! I've learnt so much just listening to Erin, whose desserts are always a delight. She's a fantastic teacher and I love watching these episodes. Thanks for segmenting them with timestamps in the description box, it feels really structured!
Erin I love your videos made your chocolate cake it was to die for now attempting pie making and can’t wait to get your book than you so much for all you do you are the best
Erin, I have to say, I really LQQK forward to ANY & ALL of your videos! I have watched other pastry chefs make pies and cakes and none of them compare with yours! You are truly gifted as a pastry chef. Not only do you bake with love but everything you make as you explain in detail how to and not what to do is so awesome. Plus the cakes and pies I have made as a result of your instructions taste amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes.
Absolutely love Erin’s videos! She is an incredible instructor, I’ve learned so much about baking from watching these videos and now I actually understand many of the mistakes I’ve made in my baking and how to avoid them in the future. Great content, thank you!
Erin, you are the BEST!!!! I truly enjoy your content and how careful you are to explain things to us so we not only know where we went wrong but How To Fix It! Thank you for all you do! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
This is my 2nd episode of bake it up a notch with Erin and my pie game has been elevated big time for this Thanksgiving! Very helpful! Can’t wait to try one of those swamp pie recipes! Yum!
I followed Erin's instructions and I made the best crust ever! Easy to follow her instructions and boy is it delicious! Big thanks to Erin! This has been years in the making!
I just recently discovered your videos Erin and am watching every one I can find. I’ve ordered 2 of your books and can’t wait till they arrive Friday so I can dive in to new adventures! I especially enjoyed your episode on the toaster pastries! My grandchildren will love those! You are so fun and a great teacher. Please continue your videos for a long long time!!!!
Erin! I discovered you recently and YOU ARE ADORABLE with your pie love!!! Thank you for so many tips and tricks, I feel like I'm in pastry school! Your videos are wonderful, keep it up!
Great video! Thank you for pronouncing pecan the way we do in the south! Also, your pie trick of removing a fully baked pie from the pie plate I learned from you. And it works every time and, like you said, is a great party trick! Many people don't know that and they are really impressed!
I love Erin’s videos so much! My biscuits are 200% better with a great fluffy golden appearance and tender delicious bite. My pie crusts are tender and flaky and beautiful and delicious, and I feel so much more confident in my baking skills. Why did I ever think it was hard? So many wasted years of bad baking! I have Erin’s Fearless Baking book and her Book on Pies in on pre-order. Had some delicious rough puff pear and blueberry turnovers yesterday. Thank you Erin!
I love Pies and your teaching method, so clear and helpful. I will be watching more of what you offer. Here in Texas we used to have a segment reporter, Mr. Food, and I now use his "My Own Pie Crust" recipe and tip to use equal sugar to flour (1 Tbsp each) sprinkle on bottom of crust before adding filling, then bake, to avoid soggy crust. It hasn't failed me yet.😁
I absolutely love you and this series..I’m learning lots from you and I’ve been baking for 25 years. I put your new book in my calendar so that I can order when it comes out❤️
How are you doing today Jean B? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
"With some of that knowledge in your back pocket you are now armed better to avoid these pie mistakes..." Honey, the only thing I am "armed" with is a desire to eat one of your pies.
Erin, I'm obsessed with your content! Also I wanted to say your doiley idea inspired me to make paper snowflakes and sugar the designs onto my pies as I practice for family Thanksgiving bakes 😁 I did some as big as the pies, and some as a landscape with a little house and tiny flakes falling. If anyone needs an idea and doesn't possess a doily!
Once again, Erin creates a fantastic video! I usually tell when my baked goods are done by temp. I wonder if she will cover that in one of her future videos. Keep up the great work!
This is highly underrated content. These videos are so comprehensive, please don't stop making them! Also Erin is the best.
She IS the best!!!
tru tru tru erin is one amazing pastry instructor
I agree. I’ve learned more from her n a few clips than n my life
Totally!
After making pumpkin pies for Thanksgiving and Christmas for 50 years, I now know why the crust always came away from the filling. Thank you so very much for this information.(PS I am 72.)
God bless you dear
I'm not even halfway through the video and I'm floored by everything I just learned
Same. I just clicked because the thumbnail looked good, I wasn't expecting a CIA worthy lesson
Erin. I have no formal training. I’m a 54-year-old father who has always enjoyed cooking. I use a lot of ideas from UA-cam. My family is amazed at my pies. Especially of course… The crust. Because I use butter and I utilize your techniques. It’s kind of cool being a guy that makes better pie than all the other women. LOL. I just wanted to thank you. You’re an incredible baker. You also enjoy what you do and I can tell that. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Thank you for allowing my family to enjoy some of the best pumpkin pies around. Of course… I was asked, Scott, would you please bake a few pies for us? The answer is of course. Thanks Erin
I am fixated on what she is saying, great teacher.
How are you doing today Gorgeous? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
The cornstarch and sugar trick is ingenious! I would’ve never thought of it
Learned it as a child from the 1948 Betty Crocker Cookbook (edition before that became a 'cookbook' about using Betty Crocker pre-made foods - real baking). Betty Crocker also taught me about 'slip-slide custard pie.' Bake the crus in one tin, completely baked. Bake the custard separately in a well-buttered pie tin that's exactly the same size as the crust tin. When you're ready to serve, just jiggle the custard (may have to warm the bottom if the butter has had a chance to get hard), so that it moves back and forth in the butter. Then slide it into the crispy, fully-cooked crust, wiggle it to settle it in the crust and serve immediately. Any weeping has already happened in the custard tin, not in your crust.
“Something simple, but something special... “ That’s what I love about Erin and her teaching. ❤️
How are you doing today Liz Miller? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
Erin McDowel is a new standard from which, we can only make allusions to in the future. In 20 years we’ll be saying, this guy is the male Erin McDowel.
I love her series because I've never been good with pies. My gift was always with scones. I've learned so much and I just love her jovial excitement about pies. She really is the jolly baker.
Awww You look so sweet and beautiful 💖. Wish you a wonderful and blessed new week 😍
I love the doily trick, zero waste and a family tradition, so cute.
Erin, what great information. I love how you incorporate the mistakes that happen and how to prevent it. NO one ever addresses these issues, and of course it's going to happen. It's just a matter of time!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for addressing PIES, they can be tricky!
Don't ever STOP doing these videos, they are soooo educational. Thank you
I don't think there is any better content for pies than this. Thank you.
It's finally cooler here in southeast Texas so I'm ready to light the oven this weekend. Come on down Erin and lets bake.
I'm from southwest Louisiana, this is very unusual weather for this time of year but well needed after the hurricane.
I like how this video is structured. I wish there was more savory custards explained.
Yusef Khan same principle, just pre cook veggies and dry as much as possible. For instance steam broccoli and spread on a tray while hot, when cool blot it with paper towel. With spinach I steam then wring and towel out as much moisture as possible.
Give this woman her own network!
Just have been watching your videos all over again and then this gets released! Love it, Erin‘
Omg SAAAAME
I’m binging this series. Is it possible to do more comprehensive series like this with other categories of desserts? ie cookies, brownies, cakes, etc? Would watch many times and buy all the cookbooks (like I just bought the book on pie 😂)
Having watched all of Erin’s videos on food52, I especially appreciate the pie slice super cut at the end. 🥰 Thank you for teaching and sharing your joy. You are a blessing!
These videos will make us professionals I swear. Thank yoh and God bless you and your work🙏🏽❤️
Someday someone will talk about me how Erin talks about pies....
She said, "get you in the best pie-shape you've ever been." Then, custard pies are "some of the most misunderstood." Later, "Team Pie. That's me. And I'm the quarterback." So supportive. So understanding. Indeed, if you are the pie in this equation, put a ring on it.
Love it.
Absolutely
Profound observation, Julian. But don't wait too long- before you select that special person and speak of them in that way (quietly and aloud) forever more. Don't wait, Julian- create the perfection. LOVE
Amen
I literally clicked on this video to learn about how to make custard pie. Had no idea pecan pie ( a pie I make frequently) is considered a custard pie. So this whole time, I was intimidated by custard pie - only to find I've been making one for years. I've also learned that my Dad's soggy sweet potato pie can be improved by just pre (par) baking the crust. What a great video. Thank you!! I'm going to check out the other pie videos.
Erin is so enthusiastic about baking and a great teacher. I love that she’s taking 10 mins in the video just to explain what can go wrong and breaking down the science of cooking. Definitely ordering her book!
Your channel is one of my favorites by far. I always look forward to one of your releases!
You are my new bestest friend for ever!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE Clafouti. Plum, cherry, blueberry, etc. APPLE prebaked with cinnamon and nutmeg. Off the hook. I love pie!
Came to this channel for the Sohla, stayed for the sweet recipes. ✌️
Aww, Erin, your granny's doily! How very sweet that you shared it with us, and showed us how to use such an item to decorate a pie. Thanks very much, Erin!
You're the best, and so witty.
OH, I love "bake it up a notch" I can't wait for episode 3. I've learned so much👍
Yes! I have been waiting and waiting for another pie video by Erin. She is so talented. Love her 💓
Yay! More bake it up a notch!!! So excited!
Erin you need your own chanel. You are the best! I can't stop watching your videos! Love everything you do
How are you doing today Brenda Bale? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
Love this series! I've learnt so much already.
Again you made an amazing episode of BAKE IT UP A NOTCH, love u Erin 💗
this series is sooo GOOD please dont stop making it
Thanks Erin for sharing your knowledge with us! You are so detailed and encouraging. I learnt so much from watching your UA-cam. It is so heartening to see you bake so effortlessly. Learning how the various mistakes can occur sure helps to prevent them. Thank you again!
Erinnnnnnnn.... thank you for all your tutorials .. you are awesome !!
Thanks so much Erin, this is such a wonderful series!
Hi Erin!! Looking forward to purchasing your book. Thank you for sharing your knowledge 😁😁😁
Erin's videos are amazing I love how passionate she is about what she does, really good teacher and baker and really funny too, she fullfills the recipes with lots of joy and love! Greets from Germany!
Thanks ‼️. All the info in this video is so helpful ‼️💜🥰👍🏾
Love your recipes and have already pre-ordered a copy of your book. I'm not great at making pies but plan on practicing and getting better at them through your book. Can't wait!!
I feel as though I just took a cooking course on pies. This series is awesome! Can’t wait to purchase your book.
Love, love, love this baker and this series. So glad I found it.
I love your fun attitude! You are such a great chef too I can’t believe how fun you are while making some daunting projects a lot easier for people the way you explain everything. I don’t have room for rolling dough right now but am def excited to get started on cakes and everything from watching your videos. I am a cook for work and got into baking during lockdown last year, starting with cookies and simple cheesecakes. Thanks for being awesome!
Finally! The Pie Master I’ve been hoping for! Please keeping making these fantastic videos, Erin!
Just found this series and love it. Also, Erin’s outfit is 💯
I love this series! I've learnt so much just listening to Erin, whose desserts are always a delight. She's a fantastic teacher and I love watching these episodes. Thanks for segmenting them with timestamps in the description box, it feels really structured!
Love this series! Erin, you are a goddess baker and teacher. THANK YOU!
I so love the "go wrong and what to do" section. I find it really helpful.
What an amazing teacher! She is absolutely brilliant and so much fun.
Erin I love your videos made your chocolate cake it was to die for now attempting pie making and can’t wait to get your book than you so much for all you do you are the best
Erin, I have to say, I really LQQK forward to ANY & ALL of your videos! I have watched other pastry chefs make pies and cakes and none of them compare with yours! You are truly gifted as a pastry chef. Not only do you bake with love but everything you make as you explain in detail how to and not what to do is so awesome. Plus the cakes and pies I have made as a result of your instructions taste amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes.
Great episode in this series. Thanks Erin. ♥️
Absolutely love Erin’s videos! She is an incredible instructor, I’ve learned so much about baking from watching these videos and now I actually understand many of the mistakes I’ve made in my baking and how to avoid them in the future. Great content, thank you!
Thanks for sharing your talents with us, Erin!
Your“teaching skills” are so good! Excellent voice and very easy to understand . Love your sense of humour as well.
Love this series!! So detailed, and Erin makes it so fun! I wonder how hard it is for her to make the “fail” pies.
Erin, you are the BEST!!!! I truly enjoy your content and how careful you are to explain things to us so we not only know where we went wrong but How To Fix It! Thank you for all you do! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
This is my 2nd episode of bake it up a notch with Erin and my pie game has been elevated big time for this Thanksgiving! Very helpful! Can’t wait to try one of those swamp pie recipes! Yum!
Wow, shed’s unbelievably good, so knowledgeable! Learned so much from it!
You are a great teacher!! Thank you!
I followed Erin's instructions and I made the best crust ever! Easy to follow her instructions and boy is it delicious! Big thanks to Erin! This has been years in the making!
I just recently discovered your videos Erin and am watching every one I can find. I’ve ordered 2 of your books and can’t wait till they arrive Friday so I can dive in to new adventures! I especially enjoyed your episode on the toaster pastries! My grandchildren will love those! You are so fun and a great teacher. Please continue your videos for a long long time!!!!
Love you Erin. Your the best teacher ever. So glad I found you.
Erin is the absolute best! So informative but also charming and funny and a joy to watch. So glad I discovered her content!
She's 1 of my favorite baker. Her descriptions on the subjects are very clear! I love you Erin
I just purchased your book and can hardly wait for it to arrive! I’m looking forward to sitting down with a cup of tea and reading it cover to cover!
Your videos are full of great tips! I am always looking forward to getting educated by a professional!! Thanks Erin!!
Erin I forgot to mention, I preordered your book and it can't come soon enough.
So excited!
Thank you!
Erin! I discovered you recently and YOU ARE ADORABLE with your pie love!!! Thank you for so many tips and tricks, I feel like I'm in pastry school! Your videos are wonderful, keep it up!
Love your videos, so informative and have learned alot. Also bought your book!! Best ever!!
Buttermilk pie!!!! The BEST custard pie.
What a fantastic series. Already pre-ordered the book. Cheers!
Just pre-ordered your book. You are a delight to watch, and I look forward to your recipes.
i'm in love with your teaching style.💕
Great video! Thank you for pronouncing pecan the way we do in the south! Also, your pie trick of removing a fully baked pie from the pie plate I learned from you. And it works every time and, like you said, is a great party trick! Many people don't know that and they are really impressed!
She is the most informative chef I’ve come across on UA-cam
I love Erin’s videos so much! My biscuits are 200% better with a great fluffy golden appearance and tender delicious bite. My pie crusts are tender and flaky and beautiful and delicious, and I feel so much more confident in my baking skills. Why did I ever think it was hard? So many wasted years of bad baking! I have Erin’s Fearless Baking book and her Book on Pies in on pre-order. Had some delicious rough puff pear and blueberry turnovers yesterday. Thank you Erin!
I just discovered you! I love your video about pie. You are so passionate. Thank you!
I need an Erin McDowell tool line. Or a video about your favorites that I can buy. Love your aesthetic!
With eggs coming out of my ears, I can’t wait to get your book and start baking custard pies!
I love Pies and your teaching method, so clear and helpful. I will be watching more of what you offer.
Here in Texas we used to have a segment reporter, Mr. Food, and I now use his "My Own Pie Crust" recipe and tip to use equal sugar to flour (1 Tbsp each) sprinkle on bottom of crust before adding filling, then bake, to avoid soggy crust. It hasn't failed me yet.😁
Thank you Erin for the great dessert video! I know this is off topic, but your skin looks amazing. Blessings
Amazing sharing of knowledge. Swamp pie is my next pie to try, thank you!
I absolutely love you and this series..I’m learning lots from you and I’ve been baking for 25 years. I put your new book in my calendar so that I can order when it comes out❤️
How are you doing today Jean B? It's really nice having you on here...I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many Levels. Trust, Communication, Loving, Honoring, Understanding, Patience and Respecting Your Partner. So crucial to provide balance.
Love your classes!! Thank you!
I want to make all of these! 😭 I can’t wait for more!!
Wowwwwwww. This was so interesting to watch. My favourite are the savoury pies and now I want to learn how to make them!!!!!! 😍😍
I felt called out when she was laughing at the soggy pumpkin pie 😂 never again! let me take some notes....
@@resolecca same with pumpkin pie I like the crust soft It might not look pretty but I bet it tastes amazing
I always wondered why I get a crack on my pumpkin pie! Thank you for explaining things so well!
"With some of that knowledge in your back pocket you are now armed better to avoid these pie mistakes..." Honey, the only thing I am "armed" with is a desire to eat one of your pies.
Erin, I'm obsessed with your content! Also I wanted to say your doiley idea inspired me to make paper snowflakes and sugar the designs onto my pies as I practice for family Thanksgiving bakes 😁 I did some as big as the pies, and some as a landscape with a little house and tiny flakes falling. If anyone needs an idea and doesn't possess a doily!
You are the baking Queen...the best...and so talented ..You probably win all the state fair pie making contests ...lol
I love custard pies. One of my favorites being the strawberry rhubarb custard pie, specifically with a graham cracker crust.
Once again, Erin creates a fantastic video! I usually tell when my baked goods are done by temp. I wonder if she will cover that in one of her future videos. Keep up the great work!
Erin McDowell is so adorable ❤️
Fabolous cook video. One of best I saw
I love your channel. You are so knowledgeable
I'm looking forward to your next video already!
Amazingly educational and delightful