Raisin Pie

If you've never made a raisin pie, why not add the unique treat to your holiday table or bring it to a potluck? Everyone will love trying a slice of something new, yet familiar. With cinnamon and nutmeg in the sour cream batter, your kitchen will be filled with the warm aromas of fall baking. Even though it's great as a part of a holiday spread, the lack of fresh fruit means you can make this sweet pie all year long.

A simple homemade pastry crust lines the pie pan, then it's filled with the spiced sour cream batter along with a generous helping of dark raisins. It bakes up golden brown with a creamy filling and brown crust. It's extra special when served with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.

Ingredients

For the Pie Crust:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup vegetable shortening

4 to 5 tablespoons ice water

For the Raisin Filling:

3 large eggs

1 cup sugar

1 cup sour cream

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 cups dark raisins