Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 qt

fresh sour cherries

1.5 cup

sugar

1 dash

salt

1 tbsp

butter

0.33 cup

cornstarch

Step 1
~8 min

Mix sugar, butter, salt, and cherries in a saucepan.

Step 2
~8 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 3
~8 min

Cook for a few minutes, allowing the cherries to soften.

Step 4
~8 min

Taste and adjust sugar if needed for desired sweetness.

Step 5
~8 min

Combine cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to form a slurry.

Step 6
~8 min

Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the cherry mixture, stirring constantly to thicken it.

Step 7
~8 min

Pour the thickened cherry filling into a prepared pie crust.

Step 8
~8 min

Bake at 425°F (220°C) until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a pre-made pie crust to save time.

Add a lattice top to the pie for a decorative touch.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Serve with whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Summer holidays

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100