Not-So-Humble Pies: An iconic dessert, all dressed up

It's pie--all grown up!

Pomegranate. Fresh figs. Sea salt.

Forget apples and blueberries. Today's trendy ingredients are unique, modern, and indulgent--and now you can find them in the pie plate in your kitchen! With more than 100 sweet and savory pie recipes--and extra recipes for crusts and toppings--Not-So-Humble Pies uses these fresh flavors to turn a simple dessert into something deliciously sophisticated. And these dressed-up pies look as good as they taste, so get ready to serve up a slice of the following:

• Blood Orange Curd Pie
• Cardamom and Saffron Chiffon Pie
• Apple, Brie, and Bacon Tart
• Chocolate Acai Chiffon Pie
• Pear Gorgonzola Tart

With these mouthwatering recipes--and impressive ingredients--it's as easy as pie to turn modest standbys into not-so-humble standouts.

As featured on RecipeGirl!