Raisin Sour Cream Pie
Description
This nostalgic dessert features a rich, tangy sour cream filling studded with plump raisins. It is topped with a glossy, caramelized brown sugar meringue for a delightful textural contrast. The subtle notes of nutmeg and lemon balance the sweetness, making it a perfect holiday or family gathering treat.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare the pie crust: Roll out dough and place in a 9-inch pie plate. Flute the edges and prick the bottom and sides with a fork. Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack, leaving the crust in the pie plate. Reduce oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
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In a 2-quart saucepan, whisk together cornstarch, granulated sugar, ground nutmeg, and salt.
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Stir in the sour cream until smooth.
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Add the raisins, lemon juice, and egg yolks to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
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Boil and stir for exactly 1 minute to activate the cornstarch fully. Remove from heat.
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Pour the hot filling into the cooled baked pie shell.
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Make the meringue: In a clean 2 1/2-quart bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy.
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Gradually beat in the packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, continuing to beat until the meringue is stiff, glossy, and holds peaks. Do not underbeat.
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Beat in the vanilla extract.
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Spread the meringue over the pie filling, ensuring you seal it completely against the edge of the crust to prevent shrinkage or weeping.
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Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the meringue is delicately browned.
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Cool slightly before serving. Refrigerate any leftovers immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 821.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 24.2g38%
- Saturated Fat 12.5g63%
- Cholesterol 47.7mg16%
- Sodium 1340.5mg56%
- Total Carbohydrate 155.8g52%
- Dietary Fiber 4.0g16%
- Sugars 131.1g
- Protein 6.5g13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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