1. Combine the frozen cherries, dried cherries, sugar, tapioca, and almond extract in a large mixing bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Let the cherry mixture stand for 15 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
5. Line the 9 inch pie plate with the pastry.
6. Fill with the cherry mixture.
7. Sprinkle with nutmeg and dot with butter.
8. Cover with the top crust, cutting slits for steam to escape.
9. Bake for 1 hour or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
10. If necessary, cover edge of crust with foil to prevent over browning. |
