Pop Culture Pies: Pie of Thrones Recipe

Preparation

1. Roughly chop the various different fruits. In a medium saucepan mix together diced apple, cherries, both types of raisins, candied orange peel, brown sugar, spices, butter, zest and juices. Cook over medium heat until the brown sugar dissolves and the mixture is heated through. Transfer to a heatproof bowl and add the brandy, mixing until it’s fully incorporated.
2. Transfer the mince mixture to a large mason jar and let it stand for a week or two in the refrigerator before using.
3. Pre­heat oven to 350 with a rack in the middle position. Roll out the extra pie dough to an 1/8 inch thick. Using a small sword cookie cutter, cut out as many swords as you can. Place them on a baking sheet and par-bake them for 4 to 7 minutes or until the swords are a light golden brown. Let cool.
4. In a large bowl thoroughly mix the mince filling with two granny smith apples and 1/4 cup of flour. Carefully scoop the mixture into an unbaked pie shell. Carefully place the top pie crust on top of the mince, and trim any excess dough from the edge, leaving a 3/4 inch overhang. Tuck the overhanging dough under the edge of the bottom crust, and crimp the two crusts together, pressing firmly to seal.
5. In a small bowl whisk together egg and 1 tablespoon of water to make egg wash. Using a pastry brush, brush egg wash over the top crust and use it to adhere the par-baked swords to the top of the pie to look like the iron throne. Bake for 45 minutes to an hour or until the filling is bubbling. Cover with tinfoil after the first 10 to 15 minutes to prevent the swords from burning. Let cool to room temperature before serving.