Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups seedless red grapes, halved
- 1 cup golden raisins
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cornstarch, flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Gradually add the boiling sugar mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly until smooth.
- Add the grapes and golden raisins to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 10 minutes or until the grapes have softened and the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of pie):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 13g (Saturated Fat: 3g)
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 140mg
- Carbohydrates: 75g (Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 45g)
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy
- Rich and decadent
- Perfect for a special occasion
User Comments:
- "This pie is absolutely delicious! The filling is perfect, with just the right amount of sweetness and tanginess."
- "The grapes add a lovely burst of flavor to the pie."
- "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the filling, as the grapes will become mushy.
- Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
