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Definition
A shallow, round baking dish, typically made of metal, ceramic, or glass, used for baking pies, tarts, and quiches.
Sensory Profile
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per N/AChef’s Secret
For a perfectly crisp bottom crust, preheat your metal or cast iron pie pan in the oven before adding the crust and filling.
Substitutions
Round Baking Dish
1:1Can be used for pies, but crust edges might not be as defined.
Springform Pan
1:1Good for deep-dish pies or quiches, especially those that need to be removed intact.
Cast Iron Skillet
1:1Provides excellent heat retention and crispy bottom crusts, but can stick.
Muffin Tin (for mini pies)
Suitable for individual mini pies or tarts.
Buying Guide
Consider material (glass for even baking, metal for crisp crusts), size, and whether a non-stick coating is desired.