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Autumn Citrus Pie

🕐 30 min 👁 15 Channel post →

A fragrant homemade pie made with tender shortcrust pastry and a vibrant citrus filling of lemons and oranges. Perfect for tea time on a chilly day.

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1

Peel the lemons and oranges, and cut them into medium-sized pieces.

2

Blend the citrus fruits in a food processor, transfer to a saucepan over heat, and add the sugar.

3

Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly, then reduce the heat and add the starch.

4

Simmer, stirring continuously, until thickened for a couple of minutes, and set aside to cool.

5

Whisk the eggs lightly with sugar until pale, then mix in the cooled melted butter.

6

Combine the flour with baking powder and sift it into the dough.

7

Place the dough in a bag and refrigerate for 30–40 minutes to rest.

8

Cut off 1/3 of the dough and put it in the freezer, while pressing the remaining 2/3 into the pie dish.

9

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

10

Spread the filling over the crust, and grate the frozen dough on top using a coarse grater.

11

Bake in the preheated oven at 180°C for about 30 minutes, then let it cool.

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