Best Cherry Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs frozen tart cherries
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 9-inch unbaked pie crust
• 1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Pour the cherry mixture into the pie crust.
4. Brush the edges of the crust with egg wash.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
6. Let cool for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky, buttery crust
• Sweet and tart cherry filling
• Perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "This is the best cherry pie I've ever had! The crust is amazing and the filling is perfection." - Sarah W.
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a great baker, but this pie came out perfect!" - Jessica S.
• "This pie is always a hit at parties. Everyone raves about how delicious it is." - Michael K.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have frozen tart cherries, you can use fresh cherries. Just be sure to pit them first.
• To make a lattice top crust, roll out the second pie crust and cut it into 1-inch wide strips. Weave the strips over the filling, trimming the edges.
• Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set.