Imagine me with my feet up on my coffee table, left leg crossed over right. Now imagine my computer resting upon my denim-clad lap. Now, if you will, imagine me falling asleep at the keyboard. Yes, folks, I’m in full “relaxation” mode.
You see, one of my best friends Erin arrived in town last night much to my delight. So, in honor of her visit, we walked part of San Francisco today. We hit the Castro, Mission, Haight-Ashbury, and then doubled back around to the financial district and Embarcadero. Count it! Thirteen miles!! Hence, the tired, relaxation mode.
Needless to say, that’s also my excuse for getting this blog post up so late. (And I apologize for any incoherent rambling!)
A big thank you to Michelle of the fabulous blog Flourchild for this week’s SMS choice: sour cherry pie. (Talk about an awesome, inspirational blog. Go check it out!! Oh, and in case you didn’t know, SMS bakes weekly from the Sweet Melissa Baking Book.) I’ll admit to being skeptical about this pie. You see, I’m not a big cherry pie fan. Too much gelatinous, uber-sweet yuckiness. (Yes, I’m sure many disagree with that assessment.)
Anyway, that mentality has changed! I used three cans of Oregon brand water-packed tart cherries, and the pie turned out fabulously. The bottom crust is a buttery, typical pie dough. But, the top, oh the top, is a pistachio crumble! So delicious. Anyway, I’m super tired, and rather than rave to you about how excellent this pie is, I’m going to do three things: (1) Ply you with pictures of this awesome pie; (2) Send you over to Flourchild to print out this recipe; and (3) Let you go check out the awesome other SMS’ers.
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Ooh, I'm not one of those cherry-pie haters: love the stuff. Especially since non-maraschino cherries are relatively uncommon here, d'oh :( Have fun relaxing with pie! So great when the exams are over :)
Cherry-pie haters?? Do they really exsist, weird folks. I love cherries. This looks beautiful, very good to eat a slice when you're in the relax-mode...
Wow, you earned your pie with all that walking! We don't get sour cherries (or cherry pie) so much in the UK, but yours looks very appealing!
Looks like a perfect cherry pie to me!
Oh, I am all over this cherry pie, Elyse. It looks gorgeous. Love the topping. Awesome job!
Wow, that pie looks pretty freaking amazing! I'd love to give it a try.
13 miles!! Fantastic job and now you can eat your pie guilt free. It looks fantastic and now I really have to try it, soon!
Oh my! It's Autumn here in Australia...perfect pie weather! I think this looks so decadent, with the crunchy crumble topping, I can imagine how good that would taste with a big scoop of ice cream.
Your pound cake looks rather yummy too!
I'm imagining - and I'm a little jealous! Although in 2 weeks, I'm heading out that way for a whole week, so I just have to be patient :) But I'm 100% with you that most cherry pies are too goopy and sweet. Unless they're made with tart cherries, like this one - which looks delicious!
Looks really good! Never heard on putting pistachios in a crumble, but it makes total sense! Great job and you deserve a few slices after a 13 mile walk! wow!
WE are a cherry pie lovin family here! I love pies with a crumb topping, this one looks and sounds great!!
I already told you that I am not a cherry pie person either which is of no surprise. Now that you love this pie I suppose I am going to have to try it. Glad you and Erin had fun yesterday!
I love cherry pie. Elyse that pie looks delicious. I love that it contains pistachios. Great job!! I am going to have to try this!
Your pie looks nice and thick! I love the crumbly topping!
I love love sour cherry pie!! And will all that walking you did... you could have a slice or two without feeling too guilty.
All I know is that DOES look amazingly good. But cherry IS one of my favorite pies--even that uber sweet gooky stuff in a can! The topping looks divine (and I have a bag of pistachios). Tempting, tempting. Making your cookies are on my list to do today though! I can't wait.
This looks delicious and impressive. I think I may make this for my book club. Thanks so much for sharing!!!!!!!
Elyse, I'm not a fan of mushy fruit so usually pick out the bits and eat the "sauce" and crust. That topping looks wonderful. I'll have to keep it in mind.
~ingrid
love that you are plenty generous with the topping girl!
13 miles eh? that's too much for me. did you see david lebowitz's sour cherry scones?
WOW, great looking pie! Glad it changed your mind about cherry pie; I can't wait to try the recipe.
sweet cherry moses...a pistachio crumble.....
Pistachio crumble!??! I AM SO THERE! :D
OMG - this looks soooooo good! I love cherry pie, but I can't find a lot of cherries around here! It's really annoying!
Excellent looking pie - and I'm glad you realized it wasn't like that sickenly sweet canned garbage that is sold in the stores!
I just got a cherry pitter from a food conference that I attended! I'm excited to use it. Pie sounds like a good recipe to begin with :)
Sour cherry pie is my absolute favorite!!!!! I buy sour cherries by the sh*t-load when they're in season, then pit and freeze them so I can get my fix for most of the year :D Looks divine!
Mmmm, I love the pistacio crust, well done!!
The photos are supper .... Pistachio crumble what a great idea... thanks for sharing... :)
Oh do you know how to relax. Lucky friend - I cannot ever find sour cherries and never thought to look for "tart!" A "duh" moment for me. And the crust sounds divine. Enjoy the time with your friend.
Wow! My hubby loves pie of any kind. The topping looks fanastic. I've got to try this one. After walking 13 miles, you deserve to eat the whole thing!
Wow... this sounds crazy good! I LOVE CHERRY PIE :)
OOOOh cherry pie is my favorite!!! How can you hate it? In fact, I love all pies - cherry, rhubarb strawberry, apple, pear, you name it. This one looks soooooo good!
I agree that a lot of cherry pies are too sweet, but this was a great one! Yours looks fabulous and you definitely deserve a slice after walking a half-marathon's worth of miles.
I agree--most cherry pie made with that awful "pie filling" is so gloopy and sweet it's practically inedible. But I love sour cherry pie! And the pistachio topping sounds awesome. Your pie looks delicious! Might I suggest you have another slice and continue on in relaxation mode...
Cherry pie has been my favorite ever since I was a little girl! I love the pistachio crumble on top - it looks incredible!
I pretty much only like my cherrys fresh from the tree but this looks fantastic!
YUMMY...the pistachios intrigue me
Oh, but that looks yummy! I use those same cherries to make an apple/cherry pie with crumble topping, so I'm halfway there already. But still, this pie is calling out to me.
Glad you were able to enjoy a relaxing day with a good friend!
Oh I totally agree with your general assessment of sour cherry pie. Blech, too sweet & syrupy! I love the looks though, of the crumb topping on yours!
I love a nice, thick topping, like yours and pistachios make it all the better! This is divine!
oh my gosh! this looks SO good. i am waiting and waiting for sour cherries around here. i think we've got about 3 more weeks. cannot wait!!!
glad to hear your semester is over!! you up to anything exciting for the summer?
Elyse, your cherry pie looks awesome! Especially the crumbley looking stuff on top mmmmm
Mmm... I have pie envy. Cherry pie is the greatest!
Oh, so delicious! I LOVE cherries and this cherry pie would be perfect for me! Yum!
Wow! Thirteen miles. Your pie looks fantastic!
This pie is calling my name. I adore cherry pie!
Ah, the comfort of cherry pie! I'm a huge fan of "crisp crusts" - so much easier and tasty, too!
Mmmm pistachio crumble. The pie looks delicious! Have fun with your friend. =)
Wow this is one gorgeous pie. i love the crumble topping.
I like you do not like cherry pies...however this looks very inviting.
Hi Elyse, first time here n love all the delicious bakes.
i love the colors in this pie :D and dont tell me you walked 13 miles at a stretch! thats freakin amazing!
Mmmm, I love both cherries and pistachios, so I'm sure I would love this pie. It looks fab!!
How fun your day sounds. I lived in the Bay Area for three years after college and completely loved it. I used to love walking in San Fran. You could certainly eat this pie guilt-free after walking 13 miles!
Yum. Cherry Pie is in my top 5 favorite desserts, so this recipe is a must make for me!
Hopefully you are rested up and relaxed now after that 13 mile walk! That's a lot of ground covered!!
That topping is to die for! Wow.
All that walking wow! You think you're tired?- I just read one part of your post twice. I thought it said oregano brand cherries then I rubbed my eyes and read Oregon brand cherries. I think I need more sleep at night or better glasses!
Your pie looks perfect! Next time I'm making it full-size.
love cherries and love pie...this looks fantastic! i think relax mode is my favorite mode. glad you had a fun, though busy, day wandering the streets of sf.
Mmm, that pistachio crumble sounds like it would amazing on top of just about anything!
There's nothing better than crumb topped pie...
Wow!!! Your recipes and photos are mouth watering! I am so happy I found your blog. Can't WAIT to give one of these recipes a try!!
I'm on the cusp with cherry pie. Don't hate it, but don't love it. Your crumble crust and a big scoop of vanilla ice cream would change my mind -- when do I arrive?
Elyse, that pie looks amazing! You never fail to impress me with your baking skills. You've got mad talent!
goodness gracious me. i would walk 13 miles for a slab of that. heck, i'd walk 113 miles. er...maybe not. but it IS stellar. that thick crumble has me completely sold.
Ok, I'm not really a cherry pie hater, but I just haven't found one that I really love. Yours looks amazing though and I'd definitely love to try it!!
Relaxation mode sounds perfect - send some of that over here. Oh, with the pie too, of course!
Wow, that pie looks awesome! I love the pistachio crumble idea.
Awesome pie! I'm with you on the gelatinous aversion thing. But I do like a tart cherry flavor and the crumbles here look luscious.
I love cherry pie and your pie looks stunning!
Tiaras are always involved at the puppy ball!
i love the struesel topping, and especially how your pie has a LOT of streusel! yumm!
This looks sooooooooo good Elyse - I would love a slice right now. (Pie for breakfast is good, yeh?)
The 'stachios on top are great, great, great. Very different!
Your pie looks terrific Elyse!! I was skeptical about this one too but I thought it was delicious. I used the Oregon cherries too and will definitely use them again. Enjoy your relaxation time :)
Yum, the crumbly on top looks deeelicious!
Such a great pie! Now none of us have an excuse to dislike cherry pie!
I'm glad that you enjoyed the end results of this delicious pie. A perfect way to end a fun filled day, exploring San Francisco, one of my favorite walking cities.
Just today I went to an Organic Market and found Coconut flour. If any of your readers live in Washington, DC you can find coconut flour at the Yes! Organic Market in Cleveland Park.
Your pie looks amazing! This was definitely the best cherry pie I've ever had.
Wow, that is some walk, must have been fun. Love SF.
I've been seeing a lot of cherries recently, your pie looks great!
Lori Lynn
The topping looks amazing! I'm all for cherry pies!
Your pie looks incredible. I can't tell the difference between the picture in the book and yours. A job well done!!
i think there is a huge difference between store bought cherry pie and homemade - the store bought stuff is nasty! this looks delectable
This pie looks dreamy.
You are trying to kill me.
Your pie looks teriffic, I LOVED this pie - my post is super post vacation late. That is quite a walk around SF my dear, you inspire me. Glad you liked the pie.
This looks amazing!
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