- A baker"s delight, United States of Pie is an utterly charming and mouthwatering compendium of heirloom American pies - regional favorites from East to West and North to South - gathered lovingly together by Adrienne Kane, author of Cooking and Screaming and creator of the popular food blog www.nosheteria.com. From long lost recipes to classic favorites, the irresistible desserts featured in this wonderful cookbook will be pastry nirvana for Mollie Katzen and Moosewood fans - hot and tasty treats sweetly illustrated, combined with time-tested baking tips and secrets for preparing the perfect pie.