Starting with basic pies, the chef-author introduces the subtleties of fats and flours, measuring, substitute ingredients, fruit preparation, all to make ready for: 26 kinds of apple, 6 cherry, French cream, eggnog lemon meringue Southern method, molasses, pumpkin (8 recipes), 71 chiffons, 28 methods for toppings, garnishes, glazings. Over 400 recipes.