Classic Bing Cherry Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Bing cherries, pitted: 5 lbs
• Sugar: 2 cups
• Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
• Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Pie crust: 2 (11-inch) ready-made
• Butter, softened: 4 tbsp

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 60-75 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy-Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice; mix well.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and transfer the cherry mixture onto it. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and thickened.
4. Roll out one pie crust and fit into a 11-inch pie plate. Trim the edges.
5. Pour the cherry filling into the pie crust.
6. Roll out the second pie crust and cut into strips or decorative shapes.
7. Place the lattice or decorative strips on top of the filling.
8. Bake for 40-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
9. Let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 slice
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Classic American dessert
• Sweet and tart cherry filling
• Flaky and tender pie crust
• Perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "The perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a flaky crust that melts in your mouth."
• "My family loved this pie! It was so easy to make and turned out beautifully."
• "This is the best cherry pie I've ever had. The filling is rich and flavorful, and the crust is perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, ripe bing cherries for the best flavor.
• If you don't have cornstarch, you can use arrowroot powder instead.
• Let the pie cool completely before cutting into it to prevent the filling from spilling out.
• Serve the pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.