C(ircumference)/d(iameter) = pi! as represented by my Strawberry & Lemon Curd Whole Wheat Pie

This recipe is for a strawberry and lemon curd pie with a whole wheat pate brisee.

I used this pie to represent Pi is equal to Circumference divided by diameter. In the picture above, the outer crust forms a C (for circumference), with a line through the middle representing its diameter (note by the "d") and a division sign.  At the edges of the C is an equals sign which all together represents "C/d = pi(e)"

Enjoy!

Step 1 Make the Pate Brisee

Please Note: You'll need to make the pate brisee at least a half hour before you're ready to make your pie.

Ingredients
1 and 1/4 cups white flour
1 and 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 stick plus 2 tbsp very cold butter (10 tbsp total)
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar

iced water *
*Have a full cup of water ready with a tablespoon handy. You'll need to add at least 7 tablespoons and may need to add more depending on your flour, humidity in the air, etc.

To make:
Mix the flour, salt and sugar in a bowl

Cut the butter into small cubes and mix into the flour until it resembles cornmeal. There shouldn't be any big chunks of butter. I used a fork, but it might be easier to use a pastry cutter.

Gradually add water a couple spoonfuls at a time and mix until it forms a dough. It should stick, but not be too wet.  I needed about 14 tablespoons.

Divide the dough into two, shape into discs, and wrap in plastic wrap.  Refridgerate for at least 30 minutes.

Comments

[princessbuttercup]

Looks yummy!!