Cantaloupe Pie Ala Texas And Pacific Recipe

A taste of railroad history! This Cantaloupe Pie recipe, inspired by the Texas & Pacific Railway's first-class dining car, is a refreshing and surprisingly easy dessert. Imagine enjoying this delightful pie while the steam engines of your dreams chug past. This recipe uses fresh cantaloupe to create a smooth, subtly spiced filling perfect for a summer day or any special occasion. Get ready to experience a delicious journey back in time!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 295.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cantaloupe Pie Ala Texas And Pacific

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How to Make Cantaloupe Pie Ala Texas And Pacific

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Halve a ripe cantaloupe (about 4 cups cubed), remove seeds and rind, reserving all juices.
  3. Cut the cantaloupe flesh into small pieces (about 1 inch). Use a food mill or ricer to create a smooth purée.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine the cantaloupe purée, reserved juice (about ½ cup), and ½ cup of water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour until smooth.
  7. Gradually whisk the sugar-flour mixture into the hot cantaloupe mixture, stirring constantly until thickened.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg until the butter is melted and incorporated.
  9. Let the filling cool completely before pouring into a 9-inch pre-baked pie crust.
  10. Optionally, top with your favorite meringue recipe and bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown and set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

174g

Fat

22g

Carbs

17g