# What You’ll Need:
→ Pie
01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
02 - 1 1/2 cups water
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and allow to reach full temperature.
02 - Arrange the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan, crimping edges for an attractive finish.
03 - Pour 1 1/2 cups water into the prepared pie crust.
04 - In a mixing bowl, blend 3/4 cup granulated sugar with 3 tablespoons flour until unified. Sprinkle evenly over the water in the crust.
05 - Drizzle 1 teaspoon vanilla extract over the surface and add a pinch of salt.
06 - Slice 4 tablespoons unsalted butter into thin portions and distribute evenly atop the pie.
07 - Carefully position the pie on the oven’s lower rack. Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes.
08 - Reduce oven temperature to 375°F and continue baking for 20 minutes, until filling is barely set and crust is golden.
09 - Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before slicing.
