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BLACKBERRY-PLUM PIE

Makes 1 (9-inch) pie

Two peak-season fruits bake together in a buttery, flaky double crust to create a dessert that’ll be just as tasty for breakfast the next morning—if it lasts that long.

5 medium fresh red plums, halved, pitted and sliced
2 cups fresh blackberries
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, divided
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
All-Purpose Piecrust (recipe on page 23)
2 tablespoons low-sugar powdered pectin
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
Whipped topping, to serve

1. In a large bowl, gently stir together plums, blackberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, lemon zest and juice, and salt. Let stand for 30 minutes.

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