
Photo by Chelsea Kyle
Overthinking is one of the most common problems when it comes to baking pies, having the same devastating effect as putting too much makeup on a pretty girl. Often, bakers trying to doll up a basic recipe find themselves left with an overburdened crust and fruit drenched in starchy goo. Have faith in your ingredient selection, and hold back when possible. Here’s a recipe that lets each part carry its own weight, leaving your hands free to twiddle thumbs, shoot finger guns, or slap high-fives.