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RHUBARB PIE
In the past rhubarb was practically the first fresh material for pie that was available for purchase in the spring and it was therefore very much appreciated. The most popular form to serve rhubarb is probably in pie. Rhubarb requires considerable sugar in order to make it palatable and should be thickened with starchy material so that it will not be too juicy when it is served.
INGREDIENTS FOR RHUBARB PIE
  • 1 plain pie pastry mixture
  • 1 qt. rhubarb
  • 1-1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 Tb. corn starch
  • Pinch of salt
Cut the rhubarb into inch lengths without removing the skin and place in the lower crust. Mix the sugar, corn starch, and salt, and sprinkle over the top. Cover with a top crust and bake in a moderately hot oven for about 35 minutes. If desired, some lemon rind may be grated into the pie to give additional flavor.
PLAIN PIE PASTRY
Pastry made according to the accompanying directions is the kind that is most frequently used. It requires only a medium amount of shortening, and wheat flour is used in its preparation. It is very satisfactory for any kind of pie desired.

PLAIN PASTRY

  • 1-1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/3 c. shortening
  • 1/4 to 3/8 c. water
Sift the flour and salt into a mixing bowl. Chop the shortening into the flour with knives. When the fat has been chopped into pieces the size of a small pea, add sufficient cold water to make all the particles adhere, mixing them together with a case knife. There should not be enough water added to make the paste stick to either the bowl or the knife. Divide the mass into halves and press each into a round piece with the fingers. Flour the board slightly and roll out about 1/8 inch thick for the pie crust.
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Pie à la Mode
A very attractive as well as appetizing way in which to serve pie is known as pie à la mode. This method of serving, which is often resorted to when something extra is desired, consists in placing a spoonful or two of ice cream of any flavor on each serving of apple or other fruit pie. Pie served in this way is high in food value and is a general favorite with persons who are fond of both ice cream and pie.
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