Scenic Byway 12
Fine Dining on Scenic Byway 12: Mulberry Pie

This scrumptious mulberry pie is sold at the historic Gifford House at Capitol Reef National Park, located 12 miles west of Torrey and Scenic Byway 12 in southern Utah. The mulberries are hand picked at the orchard in Fruita, a historic settlement located within the National Park. These pies are delicious with a side of homemade ice cream, which is also sold at the park.

Mulberry Pie

Makes 12 - 5" Deep Dish Pies

Start with:

 12 oz.    water
 20 oz.     sugar
.25 oz.     salt
.12 oz      cinnamon
1.5 oz.     lemon juice

Add to kettle and bring to boil.

Mix together:

6 oz.      water
3 oz.       cornstarch

Pour into boiling kettle and bring to boil again. Then add

3 oz.      butter

Pour over 5 pounds of mulberries. Place in 5" deep dish pie shells. Place crumble crumb topping on top.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until filling is bubbly and crust is golden brown.

Recipe supplied courtesy of a restaurant in Torrey.

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