Store bought versus DIY. It can be difficult to figure out what's worth the trip to the market and what's simpler (and more delicious) to make yourself. Sure, certain things are easier to purchase from a time-saving perspective--think labor-intensive puff pastry for example--but others are surprisingly straightforward to prepare. With the added bonus of tasting fresher than their processed counterparts (and taking pride in your cooking skills) the following homemade staples are definitely the way to go. 1. Pie Crust Making your own pie crust might seem intimidating at first, but don't fret! Once you prepare it a few times, you'll never go back to store-bought. Trust us--you won't be able to...
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