Pie Baking Guide: Microwave Tips & Perfect Crusts

Perfecting an apple or blueberry pie starts with the crust. Learn how to microwave crusts for speed and whether to pre-bake the bottom of an apple pie to avoid sogginess when using ready-made pastries.

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Do I Bake the Bottom Crust of a Apple Pie Before I Fill it?

Underdone, soggy pie crust can put a damper on an otherwise tasty dessert. Crusts get soggy because the filling, usually fruit, releases juices, keeping the dough from getting crispy even as the pie bakes; pie shells under creamy custards also may remain soggy after baking.

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