Best 16 Cornmeal Pie Crust Recipes

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**Discover the Southern Charm of Cornmeal Pie Crust: A Culinary Journey Through Flavor and Tradition**

In the heart of Southern cuisine, where tradition and innovation intertwine, lies a culinary treasure that has captivated taste buds for generations - the cornmeal pie crust. This delectable creation, boasting a golden-brown, flaky crust and a melt-in-your-mouth filling, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Southern cooks. Join us on a delectable journey as we explore the secrets behind this iconic dish, unraveling the magic that makes it an enduring favorite. From savory meat pies to sweet and tangy fruit tarts, the cornmeal pie crust serves as a versatile canvas for a symphony of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to create your own masterpiece, carrying on the legacy of Southern hospitality one bite at a time. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

CORNMEAL PIE CRUST



Cornmeal Pie Crust image

I haven't tried this, but thought it sounded interesting. You may want to use less salt, per review.

Provided by Scotty Callies Mom

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 1 pie crust, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
1 egg
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Combine cornmeal, flour and 1 tsp salt in a bowl.
  • Cut in shortening.
  • In a separate bowl, beat together egg and 1/4 cup water.
  • Add to cornmeal mixture.
  • Press into 9 inch pie plate to form crust.
  • Use in place of regular pie crust.

VEGGIE POT PIE WITH CORNMEAL PIE CRUST



Veggie Pot Pie with Cornmeal Pie Crust image

Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the work surface
3/4 cup white cornmeal, such as Weisenbergers
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
1 large egg yolk
3 to 6 tablespoons ice water
8 small new potatoes, medium dice (about 3 cups)
1 large yam, peeled and medium dice (about 3 cups)
2 parsnips, peeled and medium dice (about 1 cup)
2 stalks celery, chopped (about 2/3 cup)
12 medium shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 3/4 cups)
8 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups mushroom broth, warmed
1/2 cup frozen peas
6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped
1/2 sprig fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and chopped
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • For the crust: Combine the flour, cornmeal, and salt in a food processor and pulse to combine. Add the butter and pulse just until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons ice water. With the processor running, drizzle in the yolk mixture. The dough should just come together. If it looks dry add more water, up to 4 tablespoons.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until it comes together; it will be stiffer than a regular pie crust because of the cornmeal. Divide into four pieces, press into discs, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • For the filling: Toss the potatoes, yam, parsnips, celery and mushrooms with 4 tablespoons oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper and spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast, tossing once halfway through, until golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes. You don't want to cook these all the way though since they will cook more in the pot pie. (They should be al dente, but starting to get some color.)
  • Combine the flour and remaining 4 tablespoons oil in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until smooth and bubbly like pancake batter, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the mushroom broth. Simmer until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Season to taste and remove from the heat.
  • Add the roasted veggies to the mushroom broth along with the peas, thyme, rosemary and sherry vinegar. Divide the filling among four 8-ounce ramekins.
  • Remove the dough from the fridge and roll each into a 5-inch disc. Wet the rim each ramekin and lay a crust over the top. Poke each 5 or 6 times with a fork and place in the oven. Bake until the crust is golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.

KING RANCH CHICKEN POT PIE WITH CHEDDAR-CORNMEAL BISCUIT CRUST



King Ranch Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuit Crust image

Creamy, cheesy filling, loaded with chunks of chicken and studded with colorful peppers is topped with a Cheddar-streaked cornmeal biscuit that gives traditional chicken pot pie a Southwestern makeover.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons butter
2 poblano chiles, seeded and diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup half-and-half
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Cook poblano chiles, onion and bell pepper in butter 8 to 10 minutes or until softened. Add garlic and 3 tablespoons flour; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add tomatoes, taco seasoning mix, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Cook and stir 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth and half-and-half; heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until thickened. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in 2 cups cheese. When cheese has melted, fold in sour cream and chicken. Transfer to baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups flour, the cornmeal, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese and the milk just until moistened. Drop dough by 12 large spoonfuls (about 1/3 cup each) on top of hot filling. Sprinkle top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and biscuits are golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1400 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

BLUEBERRY PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



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Provided by Zac Young

Categories     dessert

Time 10h

Yield One 9 1/2-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for dusting (see Cook's Note)
1/3 cup yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 tablespoons chilled shortening, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 large egg
8 cups blueberries (about 2 1/2 pounds)
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup tapioca starch
1/3 cup blueberry jam
2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the crust: Put the flour, yellow cornmeal, 2 tablespoons sugar and the salt in a food processor and pulse to combine. Add the butter and shortening and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Combine 1/2 cup ice water and the apple cider vinegar in a liquid measuring cup. Add the ice water mixture to the flour mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time as needed, and pulse until the mixture just comes together. Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and press the dough together. Divide the dough in half and press into two discs. Refrigerate the dough until firm, at least 2 hours.
  • For the filling: Put 4 cups blueberries and 1/3 cup sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves and the blueberries start to release some of their juices, 3 to 5 minutes. By this time, the mixture will have started to boil. Lower the heat to a strong simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces, 10 minutes. Stir in the tapioca starch and cook until the mixture thickens and resembles, blueberry jam, 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a large bowl, then stir in the remaining 4 cups blueberries, the remaining 1/3 cup sugar, and the blueberry jam, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  • To assemble and bake: Roll 1 chilled dough disc into a 13-inch round (about 1/8-inch-thick) on a lightly floured surface.
  • Roll the dough onto a rolling pin, then unroll it into a 9 1/2-inch glass deep-dish pie plate, letting it hang over the edge. Evenly spoon the chilled filling into the pie plate.
  • Roll out the remaining dough disc into a 12-inch round and place it over the filling. Press the crust edges together and trim, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Roll up or pinch the overhang to seal. Crimp as desired.
  • Make five 2-inch slashes in the top of the crust. Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Position a rack on the lowest shelf of the oven and place a baking sheet on the rack. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Whisk the egg and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash on top of the chilled pie, including the crimped edges. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar.
  • Put the pie on top of the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Lower the temperature to 375 degrees F and rotate the baking sheet. Bake, rotating the pan halfway through for even color, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling, about 1 hour. If the edges begin to brown too quickly, cover them with foil or crust protectors. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the pie to cool completely on the baking sheet.
  • Slice the cooled pie into 8 to 10 pieces before serving.

TAMALE PIE WITH CHEDDAR & CORNMEAL CRUST



Tamale Pie With Cheddar & Cornmeal Crust image

A spin off of the Mexican Tamale! Great for POT LUCK! Serve with a salad a side of sour cream and guacamole and you have a nice meal. A lot easier then stuffing corn husks. DON'T FORGET THE MARGARITAS OR A TALL COLD BEER!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium bell pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1/2-1 1/2 lb ground beef (or beef and pork mixture)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup salsa (I like hot!)
2 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup black olives
hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup beer
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups yogurt
2 eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup scallion
1 -2 jalapeno, diced finely

Steps:

  • Grease 13x9x2 baking dish.
  • In a large skillet heat oil add the peppers and onions saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add beef to pan mixing to crumble cooking about about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients plus 1/4 cup beer.
  • Put into prepared pan and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine all dry ingredients, stir to mix well.
  • In an other bowl, whisk yogurt,eggs,and oil to blend.
  • Stir in 3/4 cup cheese, scallions and jalapeño.
  • Pour yogurt mixture over the cornmeal mixture and stir just till blended.
  • Top the filling with crust mixture.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for 30 minutes.

BLUEBERRY PIE WITH A CORNMEAL CRUST



Blueberry Pie With a Cornmeal Crust image

This recipe came to The Times from Diana Scott-Sho of the Luscious Little Dessert Company in Yonkers. A picture of this pie prompted many an email from readers asking where they could get the recipe. What sets this pie apart from the usual summer berry is twofold. First, there's the nubby cornmeal crust, nearly as sweet as a cookie but still flaky. Second, there is the blueberry syrup drizzled on the top. This was a genius move on Ms. Scott-Sho's part. Rather than just letting the overflowing sugary juice fossilize on the baking sheet, she spoons it while still bubbling hot over the top of the pie. Not only does this make cleanup slightly easier, it adds a completely different textural experience. You get the jammy, juicy fruit, the crisp crust and then the syrup, which thickens into something akin to soft fruit leather, and far tastier.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     pies and tarts, dessert

Time 3h

Yield One 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 13

290 grams all-purpose flour (about 2 1/2 cups), more for rolling out dough
35 grams cornmeal (about 1/4 cup)
35 grams sugar (about 3 tablespoons)
2 grams salt (about 1/2 teaspoon)
12 tablespoons butter, unsalted, chilled, cut into small cubes
1/4 cup vegetable shortening, chilled, cut into small pieces
135 grams granulated sugar (about 3/4 cup)
30 grams cornstarch (about 1/4 cup)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 lemon, zested and juiced
6 cups fresh blueberries (about 3 pints)
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon Demerara or raw sugar

Steps:

  • Make the crust: blend flour, cornmeal, sugar and salt in a food processor. Add butter and shortening, then pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add 4 tablespoons ice water and blend until dough forms a ball, adding more ice water, a half-tablespoon at a time (up to 2 additional tablespoons), if dough is dry. Divide dough in half, flatten into two round disks, wrap in plastic and chill at least 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, make the filling: whisk together sugar, cornstarch, salt and lemon zest. Fold in 4 cups blueberries, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon water. Let stand at room temperature about 45 minutes until juices form. Gently fold in the remaining 2 cups blueberries.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. On a floured surface, roll out one dough round. Transfer rolled-out dough to a 9-inch pie pan and fill with blueberry mixture. Roll out the second dough round, then use it to cover the pie, decoratively crimping together dough edges to seal. Score top crust with a knife so pie can vent. Brush with milk and sprinkle with Demerara sugar.
  • Place pie pan on a rimmed cookie sheet and bake for 25 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and continue baking until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling, about 35 minutes more. Spoon any escaped juices onto pie. Transfer to a rack and cool completely before serving.

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie with Cornmeal Crust image

Provided by Ken Haedrich

Categories     Food Processor     Mixer     Cheese     Dairy     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Cream Cheese     Pumpkin     Fall     Winter     Chill     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Crust:
3 tablespoons (or more) ice water
1 large egg yolk
1 1/3 cups all purpose flour
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Filling:
6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
1 cup canned pure pumpkin
3/4 cup half and half
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Whisk 3 tablespoons ice water and egg yolk in small bowl to blend. Mix all purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, sugar and salt in processor. Add chilled butter. Using on/off turns, process until mixture resembles coarse meal. Drizzle egg yolk mixture over. Using on/off turns, process until moist clumps form, adding more ice water by teaspoonfuls if dough is dry. Gather dough into ball. Flatten dough into disk; wrap disk in plastic and refrigerate 30 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  • Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 350°F. Roll out dough between 2 sheets of waxed paper to 12-inch round. Remove top sheet of waxed paper. Invert dough, paper side up, into 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Remove waxed paper from dough. Crimp dough edges decoratively.
  • For filling:
  • Using electric mixer, beat 6 ounces cream cheese in large bowl until fluffy. Add 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup golden brown sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and egg yolk 1 at a time. Add remaining ingredients and beat until well blended. Pour filling into prepared crust.
  • Bake pie until filling is slightly puffed and just set in center, about 55 minutes. Transfer pie to rack and cool completely. Cover pie and refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep pie refrigerated.) Serve pie cold.

GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Gluten-Free Blueberry Pie with Cornmeal Crust image

Blueberries mixture sandwiched between cornmeal crusts for a delicious pie - perfect for dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup white rice flour
1/2 cup tapioca flour
1/4 cup potato starch flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup very cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup very cold shortening, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup ice water
5 cups fresh blueberries (about 1 1/2 lb)
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
1 jar (12 oz) gluten-free blueberry preserves
1/4 cup butter, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 egg, separated
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In food processor, place flours, cornmeal, 2 tablespoons sugar, the xanthan gum, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pumpkin pie spice. Cover; pulse, using quick on-and-off motions, until blended. Add 1/2 cup butter and the shortening. Cover; pulse until coarse crumbs form, about 5 seconds. Add water; pulse just until dough comes together. Divide dough in half; flatten each into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate until firm.
  • In large bowl, toss blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar, the cornstarch, preserves, 1/4 cup butter, lemon peel, lemon juice and 1/8 teaspoon salt; set aside.
  • Line cookie sheet with foil; place on lower oven rack to catch any drips. Heat oven to 375°F. Unwrap 1 dough disk (keep remaining dough refrigerated until ready to use). Between 2 sheets of cooking parchment paper generously sprinkled with rice flour, roll dough into 12-inch round about 1/4 inch thick. Carefully peel off top piece of parchment paper; replace paper and turn round over. Peel off parchment paper from second side of dough and discard.
  • Place upside-down 9-inch glass pie plate on dough round. Turn plate with dough over; remove parchment paper and discard. Pat dough into plate, pressing together any cracks or tears. In small bowl, beat egg white. Brush over dough. Spoon filling into crust-lined plate.
  • Unwrap second dough disk. Between 2 sheets of cooking parchment paper generously sprinkled with rice flour, roll dough into 12-inch round about 1/4 inch thick. Carefully peel off top piece of parchment paper; invert dough onto filling. Peel off parchment paper from second side of dough and discard. Using sharp knife, trim crusts even with edge of plate; crimp edge with fork to seal. Cut vents in top crust. In small bowl, beat egg yolk and milk. Brush over dough. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar.
  • Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Carbohydrate 100 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 48 g, TransFat 2 g

MIXED-GREENS PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Mixed-Greens Pie With Cornmeal Crust image

Provided by Sara Dickerman

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup, plus 3 tablespoons, extra-virgin olive oil
2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, cut into 1/8-inch slices (about 2 cups)
1 pound mixed dark greens (chard, lacinato kale, spinach), washed, stems removed and cut into broad ribbons
2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
3 tablespoons roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 ounces kefalograviera, kefaloteri or kasseri cheese, grated (about a heaping 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup manouri or feta cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/4 cup whole milk
1 cup cornmeal
All-purpose flour, as needed
Greek yogurt, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 10-inch straight-sided skillet or baking pan with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. In a deep-sided sauté pan at least 12 inches wide, heat 1/3 cup olive oil over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until they have softened but not colored, about 10 minutes. Add as many of the greens as can fit in the pot, along with 1 teaspoon salt. Stir and cover until the greens have wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the remaining greens, stir, and cover until they have wilted, another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the scallions, dill and parsley. Transfer the mixture to a colander set over a bowl and let cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix the kefalograviera, ricotta and manouri. Squeeze excess liquid from the cooled greens and add them to the cheeses. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in the eggs and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to bubble. Whisk in the cornmeal and 1 teaspoon salt. Continue stirring as the mixture thickens into an almost unstirrable paste. Remove from the heat. With lightly floured fingers, press half of the mixture into a thin layer across the bottom of the prepared pan. Top with the greens and cheese filling, spreading each evenly to the edges. Stir about 1/2 cup water into the remaining cornmeal to make a milkshake-thick batter (there will be a few lumps). Pour the thinned batter across the filling (some greens will poke through). Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil across the top of the pie. Bake until firm and golden brown around the edges, about 1 hour.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, with Greek yogurt on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 611 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET-POTATO PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Sweet-Potato Pie with Cornmeal Crust image

Familiar pie spices -- cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh ginger -- give the pureed filling unmistakable autumnal flavor. Reroll the pastry scraps and cut out leaf shapes, baking them on their own and scattering them across the top for an effect mimicking nature's seasonal shift.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 7h10m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 cup fine yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1 stick chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large egg, separated
2 to 3 tablespoons ice water
2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (5 medium)
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger (from a 2-inch piece)
Lightly sweetened whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Pulse flour, cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a food processor to combine. Add butter and pulse until pea-size clumps form. Whisk together egg yolk and 2 tablespoons ice water in a small bowl. Drizzle over flour mixture; pulse until mixture just begins to hold together when pinched. (If too dry, drizzle with another tablespoon ice water, and pulse a few more times.) Transfer dough to a piece of plastic wrap, loosely cover, and press into a disk. Refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes and up to 1 day.
  • Roll out dough to a 12-inch round on a lightly floured work surface. Transfer to a 9-inch pie dish. Trim edges, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold edge of dough under itself until flush with edge of dish.
  • Gather dough scraps, reroll, and stamp out various leaf shapes with cookie cutters. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Whisk egg white with 1 teaspoon water in a small bowl; brush over cutouts. Refrigerate crust and cutouts until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Line piecrust with parchment; fill with pie weights or beans. Bake on upper rack until bottom is dry, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove parchment and weights; return to oven. Place sheet with cutouts on lower rack; bake crust and cutouts until golden, 10 to 15 minutes. (If edges of crust are browning too quickly, tent with foil.) Let cool completely.
  • Filling: While crust is cooling, pierce potatoes with a fork; place on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake until very soft, 1 hour to 1 hour, 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, scoop flesh from skins. Transfer 2 cups flesh to a food processor (reserving remainder for another use); puree with milk, butter, eggs, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
  • Pour filling into piecrust; smooth top. Bake until edges are puffed slightly and center is set, 1 hour to 1 hour, 20 minutes. (If crust is browning too quickly, tent with foil.) Let cool completely. Top with leaf cutouts and serve, with whipped cream.

TAMALE PIE WITH CORNMEAL CHEESE CRUST



Tamale Pie With Cornmeal Cheese Crust image

I got this recipe from a Healthy Choice recipe booklet. Every single time I made this pie, somebody ask me for the recipe. The original recipe asks for everything fat free and egg substitute instead of regular eggs. I post it the way I normally make it.

Provided by MsPia

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup whole kernel corn, drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
sour cream
salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine cornmeal and sugar; stir in 1-cup cheese, milk, eggs and oil. Stir just until moistened.
  • Press mixture on bottom and up sides of 9"pie plate sprayed with non stick cooking spray.
  • In a 10"skillet, cook ground turkey, green peppers, onion, garlic and jalapeños over medium high heat until turkey is no longer pink.
  • Drain. Stir in tomato sauce, corn, chili powder, cumin and cayenne.
  • Spoon turkey mixture into cornmeal crust.
  • Bake at 350 F, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven; sprinkle with 1-cup cheese.
  • Return to oven and bake until cheese melts.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.

ONE-POT PIE WITH CALLALOO, PLANTAIN, GOAT CHEESE, AND CORNMEAL CRUST



One-Pot Pie with Callaloo, Plantain, Goat Cheese, and Cornmeal Crust image

This savory vegetarian pie gives a nod to the ever-popular Jamaican patty.

Provided by Michelle Rousseau

Categories     Dinner     Pot Pie     Vegetarian     Cheese     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Parmesan     Leafy Green     Plantain     Cornmeal     Milk/Cream     Wine

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

Cornmeal-Parmesan Crust:
1 stick cold butter
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for rolling
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Fillings (Callaloo and Plantain):
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, diced, divided
1 small yellow onion, chopped, divided
2 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper, divided
1 or 2 Scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and diced, divided
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
2 scallions, diced, divided
4 cups callaloo chiffonade
1/2 cup heavy cream, divided
2 cups cubed ripe plantain (1-inch cubes)
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1/2 cup canned corn kernels
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Sauce:
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon chopped scallion
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
For assembly:
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup goat cheese
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • To make the crust:
  • Cut the chilled butter into very small pieces. Mix the flour, cornmeal, and sea salt in a food processor; add the butter, and pulse until the mixture is a sandy texture that resembles breadcrumbs. Transfer to a bowl, and add half the Parmesan cheese, mixing with a fork or knife until combined. (Reserve remaining cheese for topping the pie.) Measure out 4 tablespoons of ice-cold water, and add to the flour mixture a little at a time until the dough sticks together, mixing just long enough to create a mass. Do not overmix. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap or place in a plastic bag; hold it in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. Remove one hour before use to bring to room temperature.
  • To make the callaloo filling:
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add half the garlic, onion, bell pepper, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and scallion; cook for about 5 minutes until soft. Add the callaloo and cook down for about 8 minutes, until it turns bright green. Stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To make the plantain filling:
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in another sauté pan over medium heat, and add the remaining garlic, onion, bell pepper, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and scallion; sauté for about 1 minute. Add the plantain and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes. Add the corn and cilantro, and sauté for another minute. Add 1/4 cup heavy cream, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • To make the sauce:
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon chopped scallion. Add the white wine, and cook, stirring, until the wine is evaporated. Stir in the heavy cream and whole milk. Bring to a simmer. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes, until the sauce is reduced. Stir in the thyme and Parmesan cheese.
  • To assemble the pot pie:
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out two-thirds of the pastry into a large circle, and use it to line the base and sides of an 8-inch pie dish or casserole. Layer half the plantain mixture in the bottom, then distribute half the mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan on top of that. Cover with half the callaloo mixture, then half the goat cheese and more Parmesan. Repeat the layers in the same order with the remaining plantain filling, mozzarella, Parmesan, callaloo filling, goat cheese, and more Parmesan. Pour the sauce over the assembled pie.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the rest of the pastry into an 8-inch round; lay it on top of the pie, trimming away any excess pastry and crimping the edges to seal well. Score an X in the middle of the top crust with a sharp knife. Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg, scatter with the rest of the Parmesan, and chill for at least 20 minutes. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the pastry is golden-brown on top. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving.

COLONIAL TIMES APPLE-CRANBERRY PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Colonial Times Apple-Cranberry Pie with Cornmeal Crust image

Categories     Food Processor     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Cranberry     Currant     Apple     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Crust
2 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
5 tablespoons sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons solid vegetable shortening, room temperature
6 tablespoons (about) buttermilk
Filling
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3 pounds Pippin apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1/2 cup dried currants
5 tablespoons all purpose flour
Buttermilk
Rum raisin ice cream

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Mix first 5 ingredients in processor. Add shortening and cut in until mixture resembles coarse meal. Blend in enough buttermilk by tablespoons to form dough that begins to clump together. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Flatten each half into disk. Wrap each disk in plastic and chill 45 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead.)
  • For filling:
  • Position rack in lowest third of oven and preheat to 375°F. Coarsely chop cranberries with sugar and pumpkin pie spice in processor. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Add apples, currants and flour and toss well.
  • Roll out 1 dough disk between sheets of waxed paper to 13-inch round. Peel off top sheet of paper; invert dough into 9 1/2-inch-diameter deep-dish glass pie dish. Peel off paper. Fold under overhanging dough to form double-thick edge. Crimp edge. Roll out remaining dough disk on lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch-thick round. Using 3-inch-long leaf cookie cutter, cut out leaves. Using knife, mark veins in leaves. Slightly mound filling in pie dish. Arrange leaves around edge of pie and all over top, overlapping decoratively. Brush pastry all over with buttermilk.
  • Place pie on baking sheet. Bake 45 minutes. Cover pie with foil and continue baking until juices bubble thickly and crust browns, about 35 minutes more. Transfer pie to rack and cool 1 hour. Serve warm or at room temperature with ice cream.

SWEET POTATOE PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



SWEET POTATOE PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST image

Categories     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough

Number Of Ingredients 19

ROSEMARY-CORNMEAL CRUST:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup plain white cornmeal
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup very cold water
ORANGE SWEET POTATO FILLING:
1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes
3 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons orange zest
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preparation 1. Prepare Crust: Whisk together first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl until well blended. Cut butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles small peas and is crumbly. 2. Sprinkle cold water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, over surface of mixture in bowl; stir with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened. Place dough on a plastic wrap-lined flat surface, and shape into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 30 minutes. 3. Unwrap dough, and roll between 2 new sheets of lightly floured plastic wrap into a 12-inch circle. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate. Fold edges under, and crimp. Chill 30 minutes. 4. Preheat oven to 400°. Bake crust 20 minutes, shielding edges with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning. Cool completely on a wire rack (about 1 hour). 5. Meanwhile, prepare Filling: Bake sweet potatoes at 400° on a baking sheet 50 to 55 minutes or until tender. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp into a bowl. Mash pulp. Discard skins. 6. Whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until well blended. Add milk, next 6 ingredients, and sweet potato pulp, stirring until blended. Pour mixture into Rosemary-Cornmeal Crust. 7. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 325°, and bake 20 to 25 minutes or until center is set. Let cool completely on a wire rack (about 1 hour). Kitchen Express: Substitute 1/2 (15-oz.) package refrigerated piecrusts for cornmeal crust ingredients. Unroll on a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. plain white cornmeal and 2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary. Lightly roll cornmeal and rosemary into crust. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate according to package directions. Fold edges under; crimp. Proceed as directed, beginning with Step 5.

CORNMEAL PIE CRUST



CORNMEAL PIE CRUST image

I like this pie crust for apple and pumpkin pie and I am sure it would compliment most pies.

Provided by Chris T.

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/3 c all purpose flour
1/4 c yellow cornmeal
2 Tbsp sugar
3/4 tsp salt
3/4 c very cold butter,cut into cubes
1/4 c very cold shortening,cut into cubes
8-10 Tbsp very cold apple cider(or you can use water if you like)

Steps:

  • 1. Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • 2. Cut butter and shortening into flour mixture with a pastry blender until mixture resembles small peas. Push mixture to 1 side of bowl.
  • 3. Drizzle 1 Tbsp. apple cider along edge of mixture in bowl. Using a fork, gently toss a small amount of flour mixture into cider just until dry ingredients are moistened; move mixture to other side of bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining cider and flour mixture.
  • 4. Gently press dough into two flat disks. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 1 to 24 hours.
  • 5. TIPS when ready to fill and bake: Place 1 Cornmeal Crust Dough disk on a lightly floured piece of wax paper; sprinkle dough lightly with flour. Top with another sheet of wax paper. Roll dough to about 1/8-inch thickness (about 11 inches wide).
  • 6. Remove and discard top sheet of wax paper. Starting at 1 edge of dough, wrap dough around rolling pin, separating dough from bottom sheet of wax paper as you roll. Discard bottom sheet of wax paper. Place rolling pin over a 9-inch glass pie plate, and unroll dough over pie plate. Gently press dough into pie plate.
  • 7. Roll remaining Cornmeal Crust Dough disk as directed in Step 5, rolling dough to about 1/8-inch thickness (13 inches wide). Remove and discard wax paper, and place dough over filling; fold edges under, sealing to bottom crust, and crimp.

CHICKEN PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Chicken Pie with Cornmeal Crust image

Provided by Kitchen Crew

Categories     Savory Pies

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lb chicken, roasted and cold
1/2 lb small red potatoes
8 oz mushrooms
3 carrots
2 celery stalks
1 onion
1/4 c salad oil
1/4 c all purpose flour
1.5 tsp salt
1 tsp chicken bouillon
1/2 tsp thyme, dried
1/4 tsp pepper
1 qt milk
12 oz corn muffin, mix
1 large egg

Steps:

  • 1. About 1 1/4 hours before serving: discard bones and skin from chicken; cut meat into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch chunks; set chicken and potatoes aside.
  • 3. Preheat oven to 400.
  • 4. Slice mushrooms, carrots and celery; chop onion.
  • 5. In a 12-inch skillet over high heat, in hot salad oil, cook mushrooms, carrots, celery and onion for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables soften slightly; stir in flour, salt, chicken bouillon, dried thyme and pepper until vegetables are well coated.
  • 6. Add chicken, potatoes and 3 1/3 cups milk to mixture in skillet; over high heat, heat to boiling.
  • 7. Boil one minute, then spoon chicken mixture into a deep 3-quart casserole; bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • 8. Meanwhile, prepare corn-muffin mix according to label, using egg and remaining 2/3 cups milk.
  • 9. After chicken mixture has baked 10 minutes, remove casserole from oven and spoon cornmeal mixture over the top of chicken mixture.
  • 10. Bake 15 minutes longer or until cornmeal crust is golden and chicken mixture is hot and bubbly.

Tips:

  • To ensure a crispy pie crust, preheat your oven to the highest temperature specified in the recipe (usually 425°F or higher) before baking. A hot oven will help the crust to set quickly and prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make it tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together, then stop.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will make the dough easier to handle and less likely to stick to your rolling pin.
  • When rolling out the dough, use a light touch. Don't press down too hard, or you will end up with a tough crust.
  • If the dough is sticking to your rolling pin, try dusting it with a little flour. You can also use a silicone rolling mat to prevent sticking.
  • Trim the edges of the dough neatly before baking. This will help the pie crust to brown evenly.
  • Bake the pie crust for the amount of time specified in the recipe. Overbaking the crust will make it dry and crumbly.
  • Let the pie crust cool completely before filling it. This will help to prevent the filling from making the crust soggy.

Conclusion:

Cornmeal pie crust is a delicious and versatile option for both sweet and savory pies. It is easy to make and can be used for a variety of recipes. Whether you are looking for a classic apple pie or a savory chicken pot pie, cornmeal pie crust is a great choice.

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