Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries
- 1 cup fresh rhubarb, cut into small pieces
- 1 unbaked pie crust (9-inch)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus baking time)
- Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes at 375°F (190°C)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the pie crust as per instructions on the packaging or by following your favorite recipe.
- In a bowl, combine cherries, rhubarb, sugar, and flour. Mix well.
- Add vanilla extract and beaten egg and mix again.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Drizzle melted butter on top.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-55 minutes or until the filling bubbles and the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the ingredients provided, without considering the pie crust nutritional content)
- Calories: Depends on the pie crust recipe and other ingredients used. Please calculate based on the actual ingredients used.
- Fat: Depends on the pie crust recipe and other ingredients used.
- Carbohydrates: Depends on the sugar content in the recipe.
- Protein: Depends on the protein content of the ingredients used.
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is a classic American dessert with a sweet and sour flavor from the combination of cherries and rhubarb.
- The pie crust provides a crispy and flaky texture to the dish.
- It is suitable for all ages and can be served as a dessert or as a snack.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent combination of flavors! The cherry and rhubarb work so well together."
- "The pie crust was crispy and flaky, just perfect for this dish."
- "I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top, it was delicious!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh or frozen cherries that are pitted before using.
- Rhubarb should be cut into small pieces for even baking.
- Pie crust can be store-bought or homemade, ensure it is pre-baked if using a store-bought one.
- When baking, keep an eye on the pie towards the end of the baking time to avoid overcooking. Overcooking may result in a dry pie.
