Shoo Fly Pie

Directions

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   1. Prepare an all-purpose pie crust. [bottom only]
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   2. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
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   3. In a mixing bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and sugar.
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   4. Add the butter to the flour mix and mash the butter pieces into the flour mix with a wooden spoon so that the butter forms fine crumbs.
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   5. In another mixing bowl, dissolve the baking soda into the warm water. Add the molasses. Whisk the mixture until foamy.
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   6. Pour the molasses mixture into the chilled piecrust.
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   7. Sprinkle the flour/crumb mixture over the top.
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   8. Place the pie in the oven for 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees. Bake until the crust is brown and the filling is set. About 25 - 30 minutes.