Sour Cream Lemon Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into cubes
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Pinch of salt

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 1 hour (including chilling time)
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
2. Add the egg yolk and mix well. Add sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until combined.
3. Pour the dough into a pie dish and smooth the surface. Chill for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
5. Bake the pie for 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• The pie has a rich and creamy texture from the sour cream and butter.
• The lemon zest and juice provide a fresh and citrusy taste.
• The crust is crispy and golden brown.

User Comments:

• "The sour cream and lemon combination was outstanding!"
• "The crust was crispy and perfect."
• "A unique and refreshing dessert."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use cold butter when cutting it into cubes for the dough. This will help create a flaky crust.
• Do not overbake the pie, as it may become dry. Check after 25 minutes and continue baking if necessary.
• Allow the pie to cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop.