Happiness is a pie (or two) cooling on the counter. From sweet to savory, these flaky-crusted baked delights rely on good recipes, high-quality ingredients and a great pie plate for baking perfection.

Pie crusts can be daunting. But don’t be discouraged, says Becky Grasley, the baker behind Los Angeles’ The Pie Hole pie shops and author of a new cookbook, “Pie is Messy” (Ten Speed Press, $28).

Make the graham cracker crust: Break the graham cracker sheets into pieces. Pulse the pieces in a food processor until broken until into crumbs. Transfer to a bowl. Add the granulated sugar and the ...

Preheat oven to 375°. In medium bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs. melted butter and sugar; reserve 1-1/4 cups crumb mixture. With back or large spoon, firmly press remaining crumb mixture on ...

Pie queen Stacey Mei Yan Fong’s cookbook, “50 Pies, 50 States: An Immigrant’s Love Letter to the United States” (Voracious, 2023), isn’t just a volume of recipes. It celebrates her adopted country and ...