For the Love of Pie: Delicious Recipes and Productivity Tips for Teachers

As the summer slowly fades away, it’s time to start thinking about the new school year. It’s a period marked with excitement, anticipation, and yes, a little bit of anxiety. Teachers everywhere are gearing up for the upcoming academic year, which is sure to be filled with lesson planning, grading, and meetings. With so much on their plates, it can be challenging to stay organized and focused.

Thankfully, there are tools available to help streamline the process, such as the Teacher Planner 23-24. But that’s not all – we’ll also be exploring the universal love for pie with some delicious recipes thrown in! Get ready to indulge in some mouth-watering dishes while taking notes on how to boost productivity and achieve a successful academic year.

Why I Love Baking Pies

I don’t know about you, but I have a love affair with pies. From the sweet fruit fillings to savory meat pies, there’s just something about them that calls to me. In this section, let me tell you about my love of making pies and why you should give it a try too.

Pie-Making is Therapeutic

There’s just something about baking a pie that can be incredibly calming. Whether it’s the repetitive motion of rolling out dough or the act of mixing ingredients together, the process of making a pie can be incredibly meditative. Plus, the end result is a warm, delicious treat that you can enjoy with family and friends. It’s a win-win!

The Flavor Combinations Are Endless

One of the best things about pies is that you can make them in a variety of flavors. From classic apple to unconventional flavors like salted caramel or blueberry lavender, there’s a pie flavor out there for everyone. Plus, you can mix and match fillings to create unique flavor combinations that are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Pies Are Crowd-Pleasers

Whenever I bring a freshly baked pie to a gathering, it’s always a hit. There’s just something about a homemade pie that makes people feel warm and fuzzy inside. Plus, with all the different flavor combinations out there, you’re sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

You Don’t Need to be an Expert Baker to Make a Pie

While pie-making can seem intimidating, it’s actually easier than you might think. The basic ingredients are simple – flour, sugar, butter, and fruit – and with a little practice, you can create a delicious pie crust from scratch. Plus, there are plenty of resources online that offer tips and tricks for perfecting your pie-making skills.

In conclusion, I think everyone should give pie-making a try. With endless combinations of flavors and the therapeutic process of baking, it’s a delicious and satisfying hobby. Plus, who doesn’t love a homemade pie? So why not give it a try and see what all the fuss is about?

Teacher Planner 2023-2024: Keeping Your Love of Pie and Lesson Plans Organized

Are you a teacher who loves pie and hates organizational chaos? Look no further than the Teacher Planner 2023-2024. This planner will keep you on track with your lesson plans while also reminding you of your love for all things pie.

Personalizing Your Planner

The best part of the Teacher Planner 2023-2024 is that it’s completely customizable to your unique teaching needs and pie preferences. Want to dedicate a page to different pie recipes you want to bake throughout the year? Go for it. Need a section to keep track of your students’ favorite pies? The planner’s got you covered.

Weekly Overviews

Each week in the Teacher Planner 2023-2024 starts with a space to write down your weekly goals, both educational and pie-related. The following pages are broken down into days, allowing you to plan out your lessons while knowing what pie you want to bake for National Pi Day.

Bonus Pie-Related Tips

Need some inspiration for incorporating your love of pie into your teaching? This planner also includes fun pie-related educational tips, like using fractions to determine how much pie each student gets or creating a pie chart to visually represent data.

The Teacher Planner 2023-2024 is the perfect tool for any teacher looking to keep their love of pie and lesson plans organized. With its customizable features, weekly overviews, and bonus pie-related tips, you can’t go wrong. So grab your favorite pie recipe and start planning your best school year yet.

For the Love of Pie Recipes

Who doesn’t love a warm, sweet, delicious pie fresh out of the oven? Whether it’s a classic apple pie, a savory chicken pot pie, or a decadent chocolate cream pie, there’s a pie out there for everyone. Here are some irresistible pie recipes that will make you fall in love with pie all over again.

Classic Apple Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt



• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
• 8 cups peeled and sliced apples (about 8-10 apples)
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp allspice
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Use a pastry cutter to cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually stir in enough ice water to form a ball of dough.
4. Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5. Roll out one disk of dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the dough to the pie dish and trim the edges.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine apples, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and dot with butter.
7. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
8. Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the apple mixture. Trim and crimp the edges. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
9. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Let cool before serving.

Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Gradually stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
5. Add chopped chicken and season with salt and pepper.
6. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared pie crust. Roll out the remaining puff pastry sheet and place it over the chicken mixture. Trim and crimp the edges.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Let cool before serving.

Chocolate Cream Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie shell
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 cups whole milk
• 4 egg yolks, beaten



• 6 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• Whipped cream, for topping

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk and egg yolks.
2. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
3. Remove from heat and stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract until mixture is smooth.
4. Pour chocolate mixture into the pre-baked pie shell. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Top with whipped cream before serving.

Now that you have these delicious pie recipes, it’s time to dust off your apron, preheat your oven, and get baking! Don’t forget to share your pie creations with us. Happy baking!