Cranberry Pie II

Ingredients:

• 1 (9-inch) pie crust, homemade or store-bought
• 1 (12-ounce) bag of fresh cranberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine cranberries, sugars, flour, spices, salt, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
3. Pour the cranberry mixture into the prepared pie crust.
4. Dot the top with butter pieces.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
6. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the pie):

• Calories: 230
• Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tart and sweet
• Crunchy crust
• Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas

User Comments:

• "This is the best cranberry pie I have ever had!"
• "The perfect balance of sweet and tart."
• "The crust is so flaky and delicious."
• "This pie is so easy to make and always comes out perfect."
• "I love the addition of spices, which give it a unique flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Thaw them before using.
• To make your own pie crust, follow the instructions on the package.
• If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
• Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.