Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Wash and pit the cherries.
- In a bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice; toss to coat.
- Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water until dough forms. Chill for at least one hour.
Assembly
- Divide dough; roll out one half for the base crust and place it in the pie dish.
- Roll out the second half into strips; weave over the cherry filling.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar; bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
Notes
Feel free to mix in a splash of almond extract for added flavor or substitute with other fruits like blueberries or raspberries.
