Strawberry Balsamic Basil Pie

Special occasions call for special desserts

Category Sweets and Desserts

Crust:

4 cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1 ½ teaspoons salt

1 ½ cups vegetable shortening cut into small piece

6 tablespoons butter, cold and cut into small pieces

5-7 tablespoons ice water

1 tablespoon cold vodka

Filling:

2 pounds strawberries, hulled and halved (quartered if they are large)

2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons brown sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons basil, chopped

1 tablespoon cornstarch

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