Crazy Crust Cherry Pie - Week 27

 Easy as Pie recipe that everyone will enjoy!

Urban Legend claims that it is illegal to buy cherry pie with ice cream in Kansas on a Sunday. That law has been perpetuated by internet sites, and even the Mattel game "Balderdash". However, Anali gets it straightened out on her blog by doing the research.
Pie a la mode is such a treat; it would be hard to imagine that it could be illegal in Kansas. I am a stickler for not perpetuating false claims that I am always checking out websites such as snopes.com or urbanlegends.com when I see a crazy claim, I try to check it out before I pass on the information. So I'm happy to announce that Kansas can eat cherry pie a la mode on Sundays!

I enjoyed the simplicity of this pie. I think it has several possibilities: Apple, Blueberry, Peach, and more. The a la mode is just the best way to top it off!



Ingredients:
1 c. flour
2 T. sugar
1 t. baking powder
1/2 t. salt
3/4 c. water
1/2 c. butter, melted
1 egg
16 oz. pkg frozen cherries
1 c. sugar
2 T. cornstarch

Directions:
In small bowl, combine flour, 2 T. sugar, baking powder, salt, water, butter, and egg. Mix well.
Spread batter into a greased deep dish pie pan.
Mix cherries, sugar, and cornstarch together, and carefully spoon over batter, don't stir.
Bake at 425 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or until is golden brown.
(Note: You can use your favorite canned pie filling instead of the frozen cherry mix to make it easier.  I used dark sweet cherries, and I would recommend using a red tart cherry instead.)

I made this pie for my birthday, and birthday gift this year was homemade ice cream from my sweet hubby.

Every birthday I had as a child, my family had the neighbors over for homemade ice cream and cake. There was always two kinds, so it was a treat to indulge!

What is one of your favorite birthday treats?

Chicken Tamale Pie - Week 12 Bonus

Great busy night meal that offers a little variety to the standard

"on the table in less than an hour" meal.

This is a meal where you can use your resources by buying a deli rotisserie chicken and a variety of canned goods and get a complete meal. In all actuality, this dish will surprise you with its comfortable and satisfying flavor.

The crust reminds you of the soft tamale masa that is traditionally steamed in corn husks. It is tender and not dried out like traditional cornbread crusted dishes because of the additional ingredients.

 Ingredients:
1/3 cup milk
1 egg
1-1/2 T. taco seasoning, divided
1/4 t. ground red pepper
1 (14.75 oz) can cream-style corn
1 (8.5) box Jiffy corn muffin mix
1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles, drained
1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
3/4 c. shredded cheese (your favorite cheddar or blend)
Cilantro, as desired for topping










Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine milk, egg, 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning, red pepper, creamed corn, muffin mix, and green chiles. Pour mix into greased large pie plate. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine shredded chicken and 1 tablespoon taco seasoning. When corn mixture is done baking it will be just barely set and golden brown, pierce the surface with a fork (may be a little sticky). Pour enchilada sauce over top. Top with chicken; sprinkle with cheese. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until cheese melts. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Top with cilantro as desired.

 I also read that tamale can be stuffed with a variety of fillings. I wonder what could be changed in this to provide other options. What are your suggestions?