Banana Blueberry Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pie Crust:
  • All-purpose flour - 2 cups (240g)
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon (5g)
  • Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes - 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g)
  • Ice water - 6-8 tablespoons (90-120ml)
• Filling:
  • Ripe bananas - 4 medium (about 1 pound or 450g)
  • Fresh blueberries - 2 cups (10 ounces or 280g)
  • Granulated sugar - 1 cup (200g)
  • Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons (16g)
  • Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon (2g)
  • Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Topping:
  • Whipped cream - 1 cup (240ml)

Preparation Time:

• Pie Crust: 30 minutes
• Filling: 15 minutes
• Assembly: 10 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Make the pie crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the butter cubes and use your fingers to work them into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Make the filling: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
3. Assemble the pie: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust to a 12-inch (30cm) circle. Transfer the crust to a 9-inch (23cm) pie plate and trim the edges. Pour the filling into the pie crust and top with the remaining pie crust. Crimp the edges together and cut slits in the top crust.
4. Bake the pie: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
5. Serve: Serve the pie with whipped cream on top.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per slice
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Sugar: 30g
• Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet, creamy, and fruity
• Flaky, buttery crust
• Perfect for any occasion
• Can be made ahead of time

User Comments:

• "This pie is absolutely delicious! The crust is perfectly flaky and the filling is sweet and tangy."
• "I love the combination of bananas and blueberries in this pie. It's a unique and refreshing twist on the classic banana cream pie."
• "This pie is so easy to make and it always comes out perfect. It's a family favorite!"
• "I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"
• "This pie is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the pie crust is flaky, use cold butter and ice water.
• Do not overmix the pie crust, or it will become tough.
• If the pie filling is too thick, add a little bit of milk or water.
• If the pie crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
• Let the pie cool completely before slicing and serving.