Plum Recipe
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Ingredients
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Filling
Crust
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Plums
Wash the plums thoroughly. Cut them in half, remove the pits, and chop them into small pieces.
- 2
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the chopped plums, 1 cup of sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Stir until the plums are well coated. Let the mixture sit for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Crust Preparation
- 3
Make the Crust
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup of sugar, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Add 1 cup of unsalted butter, cut into small cubes. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Add Ice Water
Gradually add 6 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- 5
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assembly and Baking
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 7
Prepare the Crust
Roll out half of the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish. Place it in the dish and trim any excess.
- 8
Add the Filling
Pour the plum filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- 9
Top with Remaining Dough
Roll out the second half of the dough and cut it into strips to create a lattice top over the filling. Alternatively, you can cover it with a full sheet of dough and cut slits for steam to escape.
- 10
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.