Enjoy a delicate, creamy custard-like treat with vanilla flavor and a crisp, sugary crust from classic ingredients.
# What You’ll Need:
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01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
02 - 1 1/2 cups water
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat oven to 400°F.
02 - Fit the unbaked 9-inch pie crust into a pie pan, forming and crimping edges as preferred.
03 - Pour water evenly into the crust.
04 - In a mixing bowl, blend granulated sugar and flour until fully incorporated. Sprinkle mixture over water in crust.
05 - Drizzle vanilla extract and scatter a pinch of salt across the surface.
06 - Slice unsalted butter into thin pieces and arrange atop the filling.
07 - Carefully place pie on the lower oven rack. Bake for 30 minutes at 400°F.
08 - Lower oven to 375°F and continue baking for 20 minutes, until crust is golden and filling retains a gentle jiggle in the center.
09 - Remove pie from oven. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours prior to slicing.