Lemon Meringue Pie with Graham-Cracker Crust

Tart and sweet, rich and light: a great summer pie. (By Francine Maroukian)

(By Ron Silver and Jen Bervin)

Lattice Cherry Pie

The iconic cherry pie with a lattice crust —all that’s missing is a scoop of ice cream. (By Kate Ramos)

Mixed Berry and Anise Pie

Berries are the main attraction here, while anise lurks in the background in the best possible way. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Peach Melba Pie

Peach and raspberry find an even more perfect pairing as a pie. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Spinach and Weisswurst Quiche

Tasty for breakfast, lunch, or a late-night snack. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Upside-Down Banana-Coffee Tart

Kind of like a tarte Tatin made with bananas and coffee. (By Regan Burns)

Boris Portnoy's Pumpkin Pie

Spicy, distinct, and made with real pumpkin. (By Boris Portnoy)

I Am Inviting Banana Cream Pie

Shows the sweet side of raw food. (By Terces Engelhart with Orchid)

Apricot and Sweet Cherry Pandowdy

Shards of almond crust make it anything but dowdy. (By Kate Ramos)

Brandied Pear-Walnut Tart

Walnut, more walnut, and lots of pear. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Spiced Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cake

Addictive from the first bite, this cake will tempt the most avid of dessert dissidents. (By Adapted from Rachel Harkham)

Cappuccino Meringue Pie (By Ron Silver and Jen Bervin)

Italian Meringue (By Ron Silver and Jen Bervin)

Double Lemon Chess Pie (By Ron Silver and Jen Bervin)