Raisin Crumb Pie

Method 9 steps

1. 1

   Wash and clean raisins and add the cold water and 1½ cups of sugar.

2. 2

   Cook until the raisins are tender and plump.

3. 3

   Set aside to cool.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 440°F.

5. 5

   Mix the flour, 1½ cups of sugar, and the shortening, crumbling well with the fingers. Take out 1 cup of these crumbs and set aside.

6. 6

   To the remaining crumb mixture, add the eggs and milk; mix well.

7. 7

   Stir in the baking powder.

8. 8

   Line 2 large pie tins with pie crust and fill with cooked raisins. Pour over this the batter and sprinkle the top with the cup of reserved crumbs.

9. 9

   Bake in a hot oven at 440°F for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to moderate oven (350°F) and finish baking, about 35 minutes.