Drupey Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold, unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 1/2 cup ice water
• 5 pounds stoned cherries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon water

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour and 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Cut in the butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring until the dough just comes together.
4. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle.
7. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch (23 cm) pie plate and trim the edges.
8. In a large bowl, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
9. Pour the cherry filling into the prepared pie crust.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water.
11. Brush the edge of the pie crust with the egg wash.
12. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of pie):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Dietary fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, sweet, and tangy filling
• Flaky, buttery crust
• Perfect for a special occasion or dessert

User Comments:

• "This pie is amazing! The crust is so flaky and the filling is perfectly tart."
• "I made this pie for my family and they loved it. It's a classic dish that everyone will enjoy."
• "I've made this pie several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If the cherry filling is too thick, add a little bit of water or cherry juice.
• If the crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
• Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.