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Linda S. Smith

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

A delightful combination of tart strawberries and rhubarb tucked into a flaky crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pie crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter (cold and cut into small cubes) Keep cold for a flaky crust
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Shortening (cold and cut into cubes) Keep cold for a flaky crust
  • 4-6 tbsp Ice Cold Water Add gradually until dough forms
For the filling
  • 3 cups Rhubarb (sliced in half and cut into small pieces) Use fresh or frozen
  • 3 cups Strawberries (hulled and sliced into small pieces) Use fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar (lightly packed)
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch To thicken the filling
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for high-quality
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for flavor
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into small cubes) For dotting on the filling
  • 1 Large Egg White For brushing the pie crust for shine

Method
 

Making the Pie Crust
  1. Combine the flour and salt in a mixing bowl.
  2. Incorporate the cold butter and shortening into the flour mixture until coarse meal forms.
  3. Gradually add ice-cold water until the dough comes together.
  4. Roll out half of the dough for the bottom crust and chill.
Preparing the Filling
  1. In a large bowl, mix the sliced rhubarb, strawberries, sugars, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  2. Allow the filling to sit while you shape the top crust.
Assembling and Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Fill the chilled bottom crust with the fruit filling.
  3. Dot the filling with small cubes of butter.
  4. Cover with the top crust, seal the edges, and brush with egg white.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the pie to cool before slicing to let the filling set.
  2. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g

Notes

For best results, use chilled ingredients. Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator or frozen for later enjoyment.

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