Blackberry and Blueberry Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks, 226g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup (120ml) ice water
• 6 cups (900g) fresh blackberries
• 4 cups (600g) fresh blueberries
• 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (75g) cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
• 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
• 1 egg yolk

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 50-60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Add the butter pieces and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work them into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Pre-heat oven to 400°F (200°C).
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough to a 12-inch (30cm) circle. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch (23cm) pie plate and trim the edges.
6. In a large bowl, combine the blackberries, blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
7. Pour the berry mixture into the pie crust.
8. Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into 1-inch (2.54cm) wide strips. Weave the strips over the top of the pie, trimming any excess dough.
9. Brush the crust with milk and beat the egg yolk in a small bowl, brush it over the crust.
10. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
11. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 slice (1/8 of the pie)
• Calories: 420
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 230mg
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 36g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Classic American dessert
• Sweet, tart, and flavorful filling
• Buttery and flaky crust
• Perfect for special occasions or family gatherings

User Comments:

• "This is the best blackberry and blueberry pie I've ever had. The combination of flavors is perfect and the crust is so flaky."
• "I made this pie for my family and they loved it. It was easy to make and it was a hit at our dinner table."
• "This pie is so delicious that I could eat it every day. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the butter is cold before working it into the flour mixture. This will help to create a more flaky crust.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in a tough crust.
• If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch (23cm) baking dish instead.
• Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving, as this will allow the filling to set.