Rice, Raisin, and Dried Apricot Pie
Description
The pie turns out very tasty and is definitely worth trying. You can confidently add nuts, prunes, and other dried fruits to the filling. You can layer the filling, which will give the pie not only a bright flavor but also beauty. The size of the pan used in the recipe is 20 cm in diameter. Serve warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Combine softened margarine, sour cream, sugar, salt, baking soda, and flour in a deep bowl.
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Step 3
Knead a soft dough, shape it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
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Step 4
Rinse the raisins and dried apricots and soak them in boiling water for 10 minutes.
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Step 5
Boil the rice until it is cooked.
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Step 6
Transfer the rice to a deep bowl. Add washed and dried raisins and apricots cut into pieces. Add sugar and melted butter. Mix. The filling is ready.
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Step 7
Separately combine cold butter, flour, and sugar. Rub everything together with your hands until it reaches a crumbly texture. This crumb will be needed for the top of the pie.
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Step 8
Divide the dough into two unequal parts. Roll out the larger portion and transfer it to a buttered pan, forming high edges.
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Step 9
Spread the filling and smooth it with a spoon.
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Step 10
Roll out the second portion of the dough into a circle and cover the filling.
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Step 11
Pinch the edges in any convenient way. In the center, make a round hole with a knife for steam to escape.
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Step 12
Sprinkle the top of the pie evenly with streusel (the crumb made from flour, butter, and sugar that you prepared earlier).
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Step 13
Bake the pie in the oven at 180 degrees for about 30 minutes.
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Step 14
Let the pie cool completely so that it holds its shape better, then slice and serve.