For 8 Servings
Pie dough:
21/4 cups unbleached
all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 teaspoon table salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2/3 cup unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
7 tablespoons vegetable shortening; chilled
1/3 cup iced water Cherry filling:
6 cups sweet cherries (pitted), or 6 cups pitted frozen cherries 3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 small lemon, zested to yield
1 teaspoon zest and juiced to yield 2 teaspoons juice
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon brandy
3 to 4 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
