Gooseberry Patch - Pies Cookbook

We had always shared a love of home cooking and making memories with family & friends and so, after many a conversation over the backyard fence, Gooseberry Patch was born. We put together our first catalog at our kitchen tables, enlisting the help of our loved ones wherever we could. From that very first mailing, we found an immediate connection with many of our customers and it wasnt long before we began receiving letters, photos and recipes from these new friends. In 1992, we put together our very first cookbook, compiled from hundreds of these recipes and, the rest, as they say, is history. Hard to believe its been over 25 years since those kitchen-table days! From that original little Gooseberry Patch family, weve grown to include an amazing group of creative folks who love cooking, decorating and creating as much as we do. Today, were best known for our homestyle, family-friendly cookbooks, now recognized as national bestsellers.

One things for sure, we couldnt have done it without our friends all across the country. Each year, were honored to turn thousands of your recipes into our collectible cookbooks. Our hope is that each book captures the stories and heart of all of you who have shared with us. Whether youve been with us since the beginning or are just discovering us, welcome to the Gooseberry Patch family!

Welcome to Our Friends

Dear Friend, Warm and juicy from the oven or cream-filled and frosty from the icebox, it seems that pies are everyones favorite dessert. And we have to agreewho can resist such flaky crusts and rich fillings? Theyre a must at every family get-together! In Gooseberry Patch Pies youll find some of our very favorite homemade recipes like Caramel-Apple Pie, Sweet Potato Pie, Mile-High Strawberry Pie, Malt Shoppe Pie and Peaches & Cream Pie. Weve even tucked in our favorite no-fail pie crust, a handy Apple Pie in a Jar recipe to share, along with lots of fun ideas for making pie crusts look extra special.

So whether its a family reunion or family dinner, we think youll find a yummy pie recipe everyone will love. Why not make one tonight? Its easy as pie!
Vickie & Jo Ann

Gooseberry Patch Classics: Pies

I dont think a really good pie can be made without a dozen or so children peeking over your shoulder as you stoop to look in at it every little while. -John Gould