Sweet and Savory Harvest Pie: The Perfect Fall Dish
Introduction
Fall is the perfect time to indulge in warm, comforting dishes that celebrate the season’s harvest. One dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall is the sweet and savory harvest pie. This dish is a delicious combination of both sweet and savory flavors, making it the perfect addition to your fall recipe repertoire.
Ingredients
To make a sweet and savory harvest pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups of diced butternut squash
- 2 cups of diced apples
- 1 cup of diced onions
- 1 cup of diced celery
- 1 cup of diced carrots
- 1 cup of dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup of maple syrup
- 1/2 cup of vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 tsp of dried thyme
- 1 tsp of dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
To make a sweet and savory harvest pie, follow these instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and carrots and cook until they are tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the butternut squash, apples, garlic, thyme, and sage to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the squash and apples are tender.
- Add the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, maple syrup, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the filling. Crimp the edges of the pie crusts together to seal them.
- Cut a few slits in the top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake the sweet and savory harvest pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion
A sweet and savory harvest pie is a perfect fall dish that combines the flavors of the season’s harvest. It’s easy to make and can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. So why not give this delicious recipe a try this fall and enjoy all that this season has to offer?