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Flapper Pie and a Blue Prairie Sky: A Modern Baker's Guide to Old-Fashioned Desserts: A Baking Book Hardcover – October 25, 2016

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Old-fashioned favorites are paired alongside modern reimaginings in this nostalgic debut baking book from Karlynn Johnston of The Kitchen Magpie. Suitable for bakers of all skill levels and featuring over 125 delicious recipes, Flapper Pie and a Blue Prairie Sky is destined to become a much-loved addition to any family kitchen.


This timeless collection of sweet treats combines long-forgotten classics with deliciously revamped recipes. Learn how to bake time-honored desserts like Saskatoon Berry Pie, Grandma Marion's Honey Cookies, and No-Bowl Chocolate Vinegar Cake -- then, jazz things up with their modern twists: White Chocolate Saskatoon Galette, a Stuffed Skillet Cookie, and Root Beer Float Cupcakes. And, of course, there's the recipe that started it all: the (almost) lost prairie favorite, Flapper Pie. When Karlynn first posted this recipe on her blog,
The Kitchen Magpie, it went viral, drawing enthusiastic and sentimental responses from people reminiscing about their childhood and family food memories. 
     An approachable book for all skill levels,
Flapper Pie and a Blue Prairie Sky covers everything you need to know about being a modern-day old-fashioned baker: how to set up your kitchen and stock your pantry, and tips for handling tricky techniques like making pie dough and releasing a cake from the pan. The recipes cover everything from cakes to candies, doughnuts to dainties, and pies to puddings, with the same gorgeous photography that has made The Kitchen Magpie a go-to blog for passionate home bakers. 
     As Karlynn writes in the introduction, "I was raised with the knowledge that food is love, family, tradition and the focal point of any occasion." This book is a delicious demonstration of Karlynn's wisdom -- an instant classic to be shared through the generations.
  • Simple, approachable recipes for baker's of any skill level.
  • Beautiful pictures incorporating Karlynn's amazing Pyrex and vintage glassware collection.
  • Easy to understand instructions that can have anyone baking up a storm.
  • Classic recipes that are sure to surprise you such as honey cookies, marshmallow squares and other delights.
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"Flapper Pie and a Blue Prairie Sky is beautiful in a completely organic way, a tribute to the years [Johnston] spent honing the craft of baking and photography, and to her quirky eye for gleaming kitsch. It’s a collection as honest and sincere as the author."
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“Recipes are creative and playful, but also very approachable, leaving it a great choice for the beginner and expert alike. I really enjoyed the advice shared about hot to stock the pantry and set up your kitchen, things that chefs often assume the home reader just know how to do.”
--Chef Paul Shufelt, 
The Toronto Sun

“This Edmonton food blogger, baker and recipe maker has created another must-have for your cookbook collection. It’s full of all the wonderful dessert recipes revamped for today that our mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers made. It brings back those beautiful memories of sweet-smelling kitchens and family celebrations around the table.”

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About the Author

Full-time professional blogger, baker, and recipe maker KARLYNN JOHNSTON can usually be found fluffing her culinary feathers on her award-winning website, The Kitchen Magpie. When she’s not there, she’s busy avoiding her deadlines by sneaking away to eat at her favorite Edmonton restaurants, finding a new bourbon cocktail to drink, or playing on social media. Flapper Pie and a Blue Prairie Sky is her first cookbook.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Appetite by Random House; Illustrated edition (October 25, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0449016951
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0449016954
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.85 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 1.01 x 10.27 inches
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Full-time professional blogger, baker and recipe maker, Karlynn Johnston can usually be found fluffing her culinary feathers on her award-winning website, The Kitchen Magpie. When she's not there, she's busy avoiding her deadlines by sneaking away to eat at her favourite Edmonton restaurants, finding a new bourbon cocktail to drink or playing on social media. Flapper Pie and a Blue Prairie Sky is her first cookbook.

You can follow Karlynn's adventures on her website www.thekitchenmagpie.com .

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Customers find the recipes in the book easy to follow with clear instructions. They appreciate the layout, graphics, and backstory. The book has an old-fashioned yet modern feel, with good pictures of tasty food. Overall, customers find the stories interesting and can't wait to try the recipes.

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"...Great graphics, wonderful backstory and recipes you can't wait to try. I've already started a list and the Flapper pie is on it." Read more

"The recipes are easy to follow for any baker. The pictures are beautiful and feature old Corelli patterns, which I also collect...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's layout and graphics. They like the old-fashioned vibe with a modern flare. The book contains good pictures of tasty food.

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"The recipes are easy to follow for any baker. The pictures are beautiful and feature old Corelli patterns, which I also collect...." Read more

"...I also love the layout--an old fashion vibe with a modern flare. A great addition to your kitchen collection and also a beautiful gift!" Read more

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I adore this book of old-fashioned recipes
The recipes are easy to follow for any baker. The pictures are beautiful and feature old Corelli patterns, which I also collect. There are a few informative pages, regarding essential equipment, and necessary pantry items (but not too many pages) I dislike cookbooks that have 60 pages of “information “ about baking.. The English Toffee turned out fantastic. I’m looking forward to making the Hazelnut Brownie Pie, Lemon Sour Cream Pie, Chocolate Buttercream Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies, and the the Saltine Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars. The only recipes I don’t care for are the drink recipes, raisin pie, sweet potato donuts, and rum balls.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2024
    Very nice quality , yummy recipes!
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2023
    This is just a lovely cookbook that has everything. If you like your cookbooks to read like novels this one is for you! Great graphics, wonderful backstory and recipes you can't wait to try. I've already started a list and the Flapper pie is on it.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024
    This book is an absolute delight if you enjoy older fashioned recipes.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2020
    If pies are your thing, this book is for you. I just needed a good basic copy to start with. Found it here
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2021
    The recipes are easy to follow for any baker. The pictures are beautiful and feature old Corelli patterns, which I also collect. There are a few informative pages, regarding essential equipment, and necessary pantry items (but not too many pages) I dislike cookbooks that have 60 pages of “information “ about baking.. The English Toffee turned out fantastic. I’m looking forward to making the Hazelnut Brownie Pie, Lemon Sour Cream Pie, Chocolate Buttercream Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies, and the the Saltine Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars. The only recipes I don’t care for are the drink recipes, raisin pie, sweet potato donuts, and rum balls.
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    I adore this book of old-fashioned recipes

    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2021
    The recipes are easy to follow for any baker. The pictures are beautiful and feature old Corelli patterns, which I also collect. There are a few informative pages, regarding essential equipment, and necessary pantry items (but not too many pages) I dislike cookbooks that have 60 pages of “information “ about baking.. The English Toffee turned out fantastic. I’m looking forward to making the Hazelnut Brownie Pie, Lemon Sour Cream Pie, Chocolate Buttercream Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies, and the the Saltine Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars. The only recipes I don’t care for are the drink recipes, raisin pie, sweet potato donuts, and rum balls.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2016
    This is a fabulous book! The recipes are yummy and instructions are clear. I also love the layout--an old fashion vibe with a modern flare. A great addition to your kitchen collection and also a beautiful gift!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2022
    Very good book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2019
    It was a gift for my sister in law and she loved it! Good pics of tasty food and now I can’t wait to visit her this summer so I can have some dessert.

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  • Shellb3
    5.0 out of 5 stars A most excellent cookbook
    Reviewed in Canada on March 7, 2024
    Every recipe has a photo. That wonderful detail inspires and shows how it will turn out. The recipes are laid out simply and clearly. This is laid out the way a recipe book should be. It is already a favorite!
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    Reviewed in Canada on March 7, 2024
    Every recipe has a photo. That wonderful detail inspires and shows how it will turn out. The recipes are laid out simply and clearly. This is laid out the way a recipe book should be. It is already a favorite!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Bello
    Reviewed in Italy on October 4, 2017
    Sono stata conquistata dai colori pastello delle immagini e dalle improbabili pirofile decorate, ma devo dire che le ricette si sono rivelate piu' che soddisfacenti. Si tratta di ricette della tradizione nordamericana, canadese in particolare, ovviamente ricche di zuccheri e grassi, ma perfette per le occasioni speciali o per una buona merenda sfiziosa.
  • Diane Embury
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cookbook
    Reviewed in Canada on December 30, 2023
    Excellent recipes, old fashioned, down home cooking, well described instructions, beautiful, inspiring photographs. A cookbook to treasure.
  • Helen Richards
    5.0 out of 5 stars I was eagerly anticipating the arrival of her first cookbook as I love all the recipes she posts
    Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2016
    I've been following The Kitchen Magpie for some time on Facebook and Pinterest. I was eagerly anticipating the arrival of her first cookbook as I love all the recipes she posts. I wasn't disappointed! From the introduction and all throughout the book contain heartfelt stories and passages before each recipe. Her stories remind me of the women in my family, and the cherished recipes handed down to me from my grandmother and aunts. The photos of each recipe are beautiful and feature her Pyrex collection, adding to the nostalgia if each recipe. I bought this book for Kindle but loved it so much I also bought a hard copy! Can't wait to see your next cookbook, Kitchen Magpie (Karlynn Johnston)!
  • dianne1354
    5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing cookbook
    Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2023
    Bought used on Amazon, in like new condition. More than pleased with this purchase AND the cookbook itself is fabulous. Lots of pictures and recipes some old ( Flapper Pie - one of go top ) and some new. You need this cookbook. Great recipes.