Do the wild black raspberries really make a difference?
Clara: Well, I have a brother-in-law who lives up over the mountain, and they buy raspberries from a gentleman in Smithsburg and he says the wild raspberries have a better flavor. So does my husband. They have a lot of seeds in, I know that. So, if I already have a spot where I know I could get some raspberries, how do I pick a good one? Clara: They turn really dark and you can tell by looking at them because they are almost black. … So, the best pie ever, what is it? Clara: I’d have to say raspberry pie, wouldn’t I? Joe: I like cherry pie myself. Clara: Yeah, we have sour cherries, too. Worst pie ever? Clara: I guess rhubarb. I never really liked it. Joe: I don’t like it either. Why don’t you like rhubarb? Joe and Clara: Bitter. Raspberry pie For the dough: 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cups lard 1/2 cup cold water For the filling: 5 cups black raspberries 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Fo
