MY MAMA'S RAISIN CREAM PIE

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This has always been a favorite dessert of mine. My mama still makes it for me when I come to visit.

Provided by Lori Fleming

Categories     Pies

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

FILLING
1 c raisins
1/2 c water
3 c milk
3 egg yolks, reserve whites for meringue
3/4 c white sugar
1/3 c cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 9 inch pie shell, baked
MERINGUE
1 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 c water
3 egg whites
6 Tbsp sugar
dash(es) salt

Steps:

  • 1. Filling directions: Bring raisins and water to a boil and simmer for five minutes.
  • 2. In another medium saucepan, combine the milk, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch and salt and mix well. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove the pan from the heat, and whisk until thickened. Stir in the raisins and the vanilla extract.
  • 3. Pour the filling into the pie shell and top with meringue while still hot.
  • 4. Meringue directions: Cook first three ingredients until clear. Add dash of salt to egg whites and beat until stiff. Slowly pour cooked mixture while still beating and add 6 tablespoons sugar.
  • 5. Bake at 325° for 20 to 25 minutes.

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