Follow these steps for perfect results
butter
melted
cornstarch
sugar
peaches
pitted, peeled and diced
cinnamon
salt
lemon juice
pie crusts
(9 inch)
egg
beaten
sugar
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Combine cornstarch with 1/3 cup sugar; add to skillet.
Stir in diced peaches, cinnamon and salt.
Cook until mixture thickens and boils, about 25 minutes, stirring frequently.
Boil for one minute; remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
Cool peach filling completely and set aside.
Cut pie crusts into quarters.
Spoon 2 tablespoons of peach filling into the center of each crust quarter, leaving 3/4-inch dough uncovered on each side.
Fold dough over filling to form a hand pie; press edges together to seal.
Transfer pies to 2 ungreased baking sheets.
Brush tops of pies with beaten egg.
Sprinkle with remaining sugar.
Cut a one-inch slit in the top of each pie.
Bake at 425 degrees for 18 to 20 minutes until golden, rotating baking sheets between upper and lower racks halfway through baking.
Remove to wire racks to cool.
Expert advice for the best results
For a deeper flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the peach filling.
Brush the crust with milk instead of egg for a less glossy finish.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Filling can be made ahead of time.
Dust with powdered sugar.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Enjoy as a snack or dessert.
Enhances the sweet, fruity notes of the peaches.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Comfort food
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