What NOT to do this Thanksgiving

Of all the things I have ever told you, taught you, or asked of you, this is the most important thing.

Ever.

Last time, for the pumpkin pie, I told you, “Line shell with parchment paper, leaving a 1-inch overhang. Fill shell with pie weights or dried beans.”

And I meant it, people. Please (please!) do not forget to place the parchment paper over the crust before you add the beans.

Case in point::

That’s right, go ahead and laugh. But I’m pointing the finger at Ryan on this one. He came over while I was baking and we were talking, and I just didn’t pay attention. I actually put the crust in the oven to bake before I realized what I had done. It’s like I’ve always said, behind every major cooking mistake there’s a good-looking man responsible for things. Sort of.

After I pulled it out, I thought maybe I could salvage things. No, no. There were beans definitely baked into the crust. Forever.

Thankfully, I had an extra crust in the freezer. Thirty minutes later, we were back in business. However, this little situation was a solid reminder to triple-check the directions and send your boyfriend out for a round of golf while baking.

Please make an example out of me. And in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for all of my readers – the ones who continue to like my recipes, ask questions, and forgive me when I make ridiculous mistakes.

Now stop laughing and start baking.