Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds of beef chuck steak
• 1 onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of ale or stout beer
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt
• Black pepper
• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Olive oil for cooking

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Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef chuck steak pieces and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed, then sauté the finely chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic until softened.
2. Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to make a roux. Pour in the ale or stout beer, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits. Let it simmer for a few minutes to cook off the alcohol.
3. Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Return the seared beef to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer gently for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it’s large enough to cover your pie dish. Transfer the beef mixture to a pie dish. Brush the edges of the dish with beaten egg, then place the puff pastry over the top, pressing down gently to seal. Trim any excess pastry and crimp the edges with a fork.
5. Brush the top of the pastry with more beaten egg for a golden finish. Cut a few slits in the center to allow steam to escape. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky. Remove the steak and ale pie from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Slice into portions and enjoy the comforting flavors of this hearty winter dish.

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Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup of melted butter
• ¼ cup of granulated sugar

For the filling:

• 1 ½ cups of coconut milk
• 1 ½ cups of whole milk
• ¾ cup of granulated sugar
• ½ cup of cornstarch
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups of sweetened shredded coconut

For the topping:

• 1 ½ cups of heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Toasted coconut flakes for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar for the crust. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, forming a firm and even crust. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks for the filling. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. Continue cooking for another minute to ensure the cornstarch is fully cooked. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and shredded coconut.
3. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Cover the pie with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap is in direct contact with the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is set and chilled.
4. Just before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie, covering the filling entirely. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
5. Slice the pie into wedges and serve chilled. Each bite will transport you to a tropical paradise with its creamy coconut goodness and delightful texture.

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Freeze

Fruit pies are typically the ones that freeze great. This means that you can put together your apple pie, strawberry pie, or blueberry pie weeks in advance and it will be the same as if you just made it.

Don’t Freeze

On the other hand, custard and cream-based pies probably won’t look and taste great after freezing. They contain ingredients that will separate after thawing which can ruin the whole recipe. However, you can store them in the fridge for a few days if you still want to make them in advance.

How To

You now know which pies can be frozen, but how do you do it? Make the pie just like you normally would and wrap it tightly or pack it in a freezer bag. You can store fruit pies like this for 2-3 months. When you’re ready to bake it, remove from the wrapper and bake it without thawing it.

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Use the Right Spice Combination

The biggest key to making a delicious pumpkin pie is using the right spices. Here are the essential spices for a great pie filling:

• 4 parts cinnamon
• 2 parts ginger
• 1 part nutmeg
• 1 part clove

Mix these together and your spice is going to be perfect.

Replace White Sugar with Brown Sugar

Be creative and use brown sugar instead of white sugar for your pie filling! Pumpkin pie is a spiced, fall dessert that goes perfectly with the richer tones that brown sugar lends to a pie.

Make Your Own Crust

Say goodbye to pre-made pie crusts and make your own dough in order to become a pumpkin pie master. Trust me when I say that it’s worth it. Do an egg wash before putting it in the oven and you’ll be amazed at just how tasty it is.

Top it with Whipped Cream

A delicious slice of pumpkin pie isn’t complete without a dollop of whipped cream on top. Be sure to add a nice drop of it in order to give some creamy richness to your pie!

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Ingredients

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into pieces)
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
• 2 unbaked pie crusts
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Set the oven to 425 F degrees and place an oven rack on the bottom part of the oven.

Set the stove to medium heat and melt the butter. Combine it with the celery, chicken, pepper, garlic powder, carrots, onion, thyme leaves. Cook the mixture for 8 to 10 minutes, while also mixing.

Next, include the flour. Start adding the cream very slowly and then pour in the chicken broth. Wait for the mix to start boiling and it should become thick in 3 to 4 minutes.

Take it off the stove and add the flat-leaf parsley together with the peas. Leave it on the side to cool down for half an hour.

In the meantime prepare a 9-inch plate and the crusts. Put one pie crust on the bottom, and add the filling. Cover it with the second pie crust. Cut small parts of the top or poke it with a fork.

Place the chicken pot pie in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

The ingredient list includes:
1 lb skinless boneless cooked chicken breasts
9 whole wheat flour tortillas
1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups salsa
1 15oz can refried beans
2 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

The meat should be cooked and chopped.

Instructions

Set the oven to 375 F degrees and prepare a baking pan with cooking spray.

Add 1/2 cup of the salsa to the pan and use a spoon to achieve an even layer. Top it off with 3 tortillas. The size of the pan should be 9×13 inches.

The next step is to add 1/3 of the chicken meat on top of the tortillas.

Continue with 1/4 of the beans, 1/4 cup of the cooked rice, and 1/2 cup of the cheese.

Now, add three more tortillas, and continue layering with the rest of the beans, rice, and cheese. Add the remaining salsa on top of the cheese.

Get foil and cover the baking pan. Cook it in the oven for half an hour. When it’s done, all you have to do is cover the top with Greek yogurt.

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If you’ve been dying to try a Frito pie, this recipe will take 30 minutes of your time.

Ingredients:

For the frito pie you should get 1 chopped medium onion, 2 15-oz cans beans, 1 pound ground beef, 9-3/4 oz corn chips, 2 10-oz cans enchilada sauce, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, green onions. The beans should be pinto with tomato sauce.

Instructions:

This Frito pie you can serve like an appetizer, lunch or dinner. The whole beauty of the recipe is that you need half an hour to make it. Start by getting a skillet, where you’ll cook the onions together with the ground beef. Also, set the oven on 350 F degrees. Cook the meat for 6 to 8 minutes on medium heat. Stir constantly, so that you don’t have large chunks of meat. When you’re done, you can remove the excess liquid. Include the beans and start stirring again.

Grab a baking dish and grease the bottom. Start putting the corn chips on the bottom. Add a second layer with the meat on top, including the cheese and enchilada. Finish off with a second layer of chips. You should now put the dish in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. When it’s done, top off the frito pie with the green onions and serve with sour cream on the side.

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And if you want to learn how to make awesome pies yourself, Jessica will teach you.

“I’m extremely open with my pie baking secrets, and I do my best to respond to everyone who contacts me on social media,” she writes on her website. “I provide free video tutorials here and on YouTube, and lots more tips and tricks on my Instagram ‘featured stories’ to help you on your ‘pie-oneering’ journey (and I throw in the pie puns for free ;).”

Alright, we’re sold. Show us how you do it, Jessica.

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Ingredients

The ingredients for the filling are:
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 medium kabocha squash
1 1/2 tablespoons brandy
2 eggs
10 oz cream cheese
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

For the crust you need:
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 oz walnuts
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
grated zest of 1 lime
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

To top off the kabocha pie you can also get ginger butterscotch sauce and creme fraiche.

Instructions

You can start by preparing the pie filling. You will need to steam the squash for an hour, half an hour on each side.

In the meantime, set the oven on 325 F degrees. Bake the walnuts for 15 minutes in the oven and lower the temperature to 300 F degrees.

In a blender mix several spoons of the brown sugar with the walnuts. Start blending until you get large pieces.

Use a bowl to mix the spices, graham cracker crumbs, nuts, the rest of the brown sugar, salt, and lime zest. Include the butter as well and mix everything together.

You can grab the pie plate and start applying the mixture with pressure to the bottom. Leave it in the oven for 12 minutes.

Once the squash cools down you can use the flesh to get the necessary 2 1/2 cups. Combine the spices, cream cheese, salt, sugar in a blender. Add the squash and blend again. Include the eggs, one at a time, and the brandy as well.

Cover the pie crust with the filling. Bake for an hour. Finish off with the toppings.

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Ingredients:

For the pecan pie martini, the ingredient list includes 2 oz heavy cream, 1.5 oz vanilla flavored vodka, 1 oz pecan flavored vodka, and 1 oz Irish cream liqueur.

The garnish is, of course, optional, but it definitely looks amazing. You should get 1/4 cup pecans, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon maple syrup.

Instructions:

Prepare a martini glass and start garnishing. Use a blender to blend the brown sugar and the pecans together. Use a plate and pour the maple syrup in it. Cover the rim of the martini glass with the maple syrup and dip the glass in the pecan and brown sugar mixture.

You can now prepare your pecan pie martini drink. You will need to use a shaker and fill it with ice to the top. Pour all the ingredients inside the shaker. Mix the liquids and the cocktail is ready. Simply pour it in your garnished glass and enjoy.

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Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds of beef chuck steak
• 1 onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of ale or stout beer
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt
• Black pepper
• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Olive oil for cooking

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Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef chuck steak pieces and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed, then sauté the finely chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic until softened.
2. Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to make a roux. Pour in the ale or stout beer, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits. Let it simmer for a few minutes to cook off the alcohol.
3. Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Return the seared beef to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer gently for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it’s large enough to cover your pie dish. Transfer the beef mixture to a pie dish. Brush the edges of the dish with beaten egg, then place the puff pastry over the top, pressing down gently to seal. Trim any excess pastry and crimp the edges with a fork.
5. Brush the top of the pastry with more beaten egg for a golden finish. Cut a few slits in the center to allow steam to escape. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky. Remove the steak and ale pie from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Slice into portions and enjoy the comforting flavors of this hearty winter dish.

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Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup of melted butter
• ¼ cup of granulated sugar

For the filling:

• 1 ½ cups of coconut milk
• 1 ½ cups of whole milk
• ¾ cup of granulated sugar
• ½ cup of cornstarch
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups of sweetened shredded coconut

For the topping:

• 1 ½ cups of heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Toasted coconut flakes for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar for the crust. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, forming a firm and even crust. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks for the filling. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. Continue cooking for another minute to ensure the cornstarch is fully cooked. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and shredded coconut.
3. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Cover the pie with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap is in direct contact with the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is set and chilled.
4. Just before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie, covering the filling entirely. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
5. Slice the pie into wedges and serve chilled. Each bite will transport you to a tropical paradise with its creamy coconut goodness and delightful texture.

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Freeze

Fruit pies are typically the ones that freeze great. This means that you can put together your apple pie, strawberry pie, or blueberry pie weeks in advance and it will be the same as if you just made it.

Don’t Freeze

On the other hand, custard and cream-based pies probably won’t look and taste great after freezing. They contain ingredients that will separate after thawing which can ruin the whole recipe. However, you can store them in the fridge for a few days if you still want to make them in advance.

How To

You now know which pies can be frozen, but how do you do it? Make the pie just like you normally would and wrap it tightly or pack it in a freezer bag. You can store fruit pies like this for 2-3 months. When you’re ready to bake it, remove from the wrapper and bake it without thawing it.

The post Here’s How to Freeze a Pie appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Use the Right Spice Combination

The biggest key to making a delicious pumpkin pie is using the right spices. Here are the essential spices for a great pie filling:

• 4 parts cinnamon
• 2 parts ginger
• 1 part nutmeg
• 1 part clove

Mix these together and your spice is going to be perfect.

Replace White Sugar with Brown Sugar

Be creative and use brown sugar instead of white sugar for your pie filling! Pumpkin pie is a spiced, fall dessert that goes perfectly with the richer tones that brown sugar lends to a pie.

Make Your Own Crust

Say goodbye to pre-made pie crusts and make your own dough in order to become a pumpkin pie master. Trust me when I say that it’s worth it. Do an egg wash before putting it in the oven and you’ll be amazed at just how tasty it is.

Top it with Whipped Cream

A delicious slice of pumpkin pie isn’t complete without a dollop of whipped cream on top. Be sure to add a nice drop of it in order to give some creamy richness to your pie!

The post You Must Do These Things to Make a Perfect Pumpkin Pie appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into pieces)
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
• 2 unbaked pie crusts
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Set the oven to 425 F degrees and place an oven rack on the bottom part of the oven.

Set the stove to medium heat and melt the butter. Combine it with the celery, chicken, pepper, garlic powder, carrots, onion, thyme leaves. Cook the mixture for 8 to 10 minutes, while also mixing.

Next, include the flour. Start adding the cream very slowly and then pour in the chicken broth. Wait for the mix to start boiling and it should become thick in 3 to 4 minutes.

Take it off the stove and add the flat-leaf parsley together with the peas. Leave it on the side to cool down for half an hour.

In the meantime prepare a 9-inch plate and the crusts. Put one pie crust on the bottom, and add the filling. Cover it with the second pie crust. Cut small parts of the top or poke it with a fork.

Place the chicken pot pie in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

The ingredient list includes:
1 lb skinless boneless cooked chicken breasts
9 whole wheat flour tortillas
1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups salsa
1 15oz can refried beans
2 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

The meat should be cooked and chopped.

Instructions

Set the oven to 375 F degrees and prepare a baking pan with cooking spray.

Add 1/2 cup of the salsa to the pan and use a spoon to achieve an even layer. Top it off with 3 tortillas. The size of the pan should be 9×13 inches.

The next step is to add 1/3 of the chicken meat on top of the tortillas.

Continue with 1/4 of the beans, 1/4 cup of the cooked rice, and 1/2 cup of the cheese.

Now, add three more tortillas, and continue layering with the rest of the beans, rice, and cheese. Add the remaining salsa on top of the cheese.

Get foil and cover the baking pan. Cook it in the oven for half an hour. When it’s done, all you have to do is cover the top with Greek yogurt.

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If you’ve been dying to try a Frito pie, this recipe will take 30 minutes of your time.

Ingredients:

For the frito pie you should get 1 chopped medium onion, 2 15-oz cans beans, 1 pound ground beef, 9-3/4 oz corn chips, 2 10-oz cans enchilada sauce, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, green onions. The beans should be pinto with tomato sauce.

Instructions:

This Frito pie you can serve like an appetizer, lunch or dinner. The whole beauty of the recipe is that you need half an hour to make it. Start by getting a skillet, where you’ll cook the onions together with the ground beef. Also, set the oven on 350 F degrees. Cook the meat for 6 to 8 minutes on medium heat. Stir constantly, so that you don’t have large chunks of meat. When you’re done, you can remove the excess liquid. Include the beans and start stirring again.

Grab a baking dish and grease the bottom. Start putting the corn chips on the bottom. Add a second layer with the meat on top, including the cheese and enchilada. Finish off with a second layer of chips. You should now put the dish in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. When it’s done, top off the frito pie with the green onions and serve with sour cream on the side.

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And if you want to learn how to make awesome pies yourself, Jessica will teach you.

“I’m extremely open with my pie baking secrets, and I do my best to respond to everyone who contacts me on social media,” she writes on her website. “I provide free video tutorials here and on YouTube, and lots more tips and tricks on my Instagram ‘featured stories’ to help you on your ‘pie-oneering’ journey (and I throw in the pie puns for free ;).”

Alright, we’re sold. Show us how you do it, Jessica.

The post Talented Pie Baker Makes Pies with Disney Characters and More appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Ingredients

The ingredients for the filling are:
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 medium kabocha squash
1 1/2 tablespoons brandy
2 eggs
10 oz cream cheese
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

For the crust you need:
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 oz walnuts
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
grated zest of 1 lime
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

To top off the kabocha pie you can also get ginger butterscotch sauce and creme fraiche.

Instructions

You can start by preparing the pie filling. You will need to steam the squash for an hour, half an hour on each side.

In the meantime, set the oven on 325 F degrees. Bake the walnuts for 15 minutes in the oven and lower the temperature to 300 F degrees.

In a blender mix several spoons of the brown sugar with the walnuts. Start blending until you get large pieces.

Use a bowl to mix the spices, graham cracker crumbs, nuts, the rest of the brown sugar, salt, and lime zest. Include the butter as well and mix everything together.

You can grab the pie plate and start applying the mixture with pressure to the bottom. Leave it in the oven for 12 minutes.

Once the squash cools down you can use the flesh to get the necessary 2 1/2 cups. Combine the spices, cream cheese, salt, sugar in a blender. Add the squash and blend again. Include the eggs, one at a time, and the brandy as well.

Cover the pie crust with the filling. Bake for an hour. Finish off with the toppings.

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Ingredients:

For the pecan pie martini, the ingredient list includes 2 oz heavy cream, 1.5 oz vanilla flavored vodka, 1 oz pecan flavored vodka, and 1 oz Irish cream liqueur.

The garnish is, of course, optional, but it definitely looks amazing. You should get 1/4 cup pecans, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon maple syrup.

Instructions:

Prepare a martini glass and start garnishing. Use a blender to blend the brown sugar and the pecans together. Use a plate and pour the maple syrup in it. Cover the rim of the martini glass with the maple syrup and dip the glass in the pecan and brown sugar mixture.

You can now prepare your pecan pie martini drink. You will need to use a shaker and fill it with ice to the top. Pour all the ingredients inside the shaker. Mix the liquids and the cocktail is ready. Simply pour it in your garnished glass and enjoy.

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