This Rhubarb Custard Pie is a classic example of the humble yet unforgettable desserts found throughout the rural South — simple, pure, and deeply comforting. Tender rhubarb brings its signature tang, perfectly balanced by a silky, lightly sweetened custard that bakes up golden and fragrant inside a flaky, homemade crust. The result is a pie...Read More

This treasured Shelly Family Rhubarb Pie comes from the family of Catherine Barr, Executive Director of the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets. Passed down through generations, it’s a recipe that captures the warmth and nostalgia of home baking — a perfect balance of tart, juicy rhubarb wrapped in a buttery, flaky crust. The filling is...Read More

This German Apple Cream Pie with Streusel is the perfect blend of crisp apples, creamy filling, and buttery crumble topping. A tender cinnamon-scented crust holds layers of tart McIntosh apples nestled in a rich sour cream custard, all crowned with a crunchy walnut streusel. Warm, comforting, and delicious for any occasion, this pie captures the...Read More

This classic apple streusel pie combines the comforting flavors of tart apples, currants, warm spices, and a buttery crumble topping in one irresistible dessert. Layers of tender, spiced apples bake beneath a golden brown streusel, while a delicate lemon glaze adds a bright finishing touch. The mix of textures — flaky crust, soft fruit, and...Read More

This exquisite tart celebrates the fleeting beauty of fresh figs — their honeyed sweetness and velvety texture perfectly complemented by a buttery almond scented crust and delicate cream filling. The hint of almond and vanilla in both crust and custard deepens the flavor, while the figs bake into soft, jewel-toned perfection. Finished with a light...Read More

Delicate, golden puffs filled with rich vanilla pastry cream and sweet cherries — this elegant dessert is a true labor of love. Each component, from the crisp pastry shells to the silky custard and buttery tart dough topping, comes together in perfect harmony. The result is a showstopping treat that’s light, luscious, and irresistibly nostalgic....Read More

When Elsie Bozzo married the love of her life, Emil Rossi, they began farming orchards of walnuts, prunes, and apricots in Hollister, California — the beginning of B&R Farms. Looking at the bounty of her harvests, Elsie wondered, “What’s a girl supposed to do with all these?” Although she didn’t have a recipe to follow,...Read More

This Rustic Plum Galette is a simple yet elegant dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe fruit. Juicy plums (or pluots) are baked in a golden, free-form pastry crust with a touch of preserves and vanilla for depth. The result is a jammy, jewel-toned filling framed by crisp, pleated edges. Best of all, this...Read More

Old-Fashioned Hand Pies are a Southern classic—crispy, golden half-moons filled with tender fruit and fried to perfection in a cast-iron skillet. Traditionally made with dried peaches, apricots, or apples, these nostalgic little pies were once a lunchbox staple and a special treat from grandmother’s kitchen. Sprinkled with cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar while still warm,...Read More

This Sour Cream Apple Pie with Walnut Streusel is a creamy, crunchy twist on the classic apple pie. The filling combines tart Granny Smith apples with a smooth, custard-like sour cream base, while the walnut streusel topping adds a sweet, nutty crunch. The result is a pie that’s comforting yet elegant—perfect for autumn gatherings, holiday...Read More