Sour Cream and Raisin Pie (MRS)

By hmp13

For plumper raisins, bring them to a boil in a small amount of water, then lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Drain the raisins thoroughly before proceeding with the recipe.

Ingredients

• 1/2 recipe plain pie pastry or vinegar pie crust, prebaked
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 1/2 cups sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/4 cups raisins
• 1/8 cup sweetened flaked coconut, for sprinkling

Preparation

Step 1

In a double boiler, stir the sugar, cornstarch and salt together, then add the eggs, sour cream, lemon juice and baking soda. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 35 minutes, until thick. Gently stir in the raisins.

Pour the filling into a shallow container, lay plastic wrap directly on the surface and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Pour the filling into the crust and sprinkle with the coconut. Chill for several hours or overnight before slicing. Serve cold.