Freezing Fruit Pies
Q: Can I freeze my unbaked apple pie and for how
long? I have an apple tree in the backyard and I would like to
get some use of the apples. Thanks
A: Yes, you can freeze unbaked as well as baked fruit
pies.
Method for Freezing Unbaked
Pies:
Prepare the pie according to
recipe directions - however, before filling the pie crust, brush
it with lightly beaten egg white to prevent the crust from becoming
soggy. Add filling, then cover entire pie with an upside-down
aluminum pie plate. Wrap tightly in plastic or foil, label with
the date, and freeze. Unbaked pies can be kept frozen for up
to three months.
To bake a frozen, unbaked fruit
pie, remove the wrapping and bake in a 425° F oven for 15
minutes, then lower the heat to 375° F and cook for another
45 minutes or until done.
Method for Freezing Baked
Pies:
Cool baked pie completely then
wrap tightly and freeze for up to four months. (Be sure to label
it with the date.)
To use a frozen, baked fruit
pie, thaw uncovered at room temperature. If you like, you can
reheat a thawed pie in the oven, by baking it uncovered
at 325° F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it's warmed through.
Enjoy the recipes,
Hope Pryor, Owner and Publisher
of CooksRecipes.com.
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home arts and cooking and has over 30+ years of hands-on experience
in her own kitchen mastering her cooking skills which earned
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