With a little practice, patience, and insider know-how, you can turn out positively delicious, bakery-worthy pastries in your own kitchen. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with ...

1. Set the oven at 350 degrees. Generously butter a 9-or-10-inch round ceramic baking dish, pie pan, or skillet with heatproof handle (4-cup capacity). Have on hand 2 rimmed baking sheets. 2. On ...