Fresh Plum Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Quarter and pit plums.
2. 2
   Should have 1-quart.
3. 3
   In a large saucepan, thoroughly stir together sugar, cornstarch, salt and ginger; add plums, margarine, orange rind and orange juice. Stirring constantly over medium heat, cook until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil.
4. 4
   Boil for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Cool slightly. Pour filling into pastry lined pie plate.
6. 6
   Top with remaining pastry. Seal edges.
7. 7
   Bake in 425° oven for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Reduce heat to 350° and continue baking for 40 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool.