# What you'll need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
→ Filling
02 - 1 1/2 cups water
03 - 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces (use plant-based butter for dairy-free option)
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges evenly.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt until thoroughly mixed.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the dry ingredient mixture into the pie crust.
05 - Slowly pour water over the dry mixture in the crust, ensuring all flour and sugar are moistened.
06 - Without stirring, dot the surface with small pieces of butter and drizzle vanilla extract evenly on top.
07 - Bake in preheated oven at 400°F for 30 minutes.
08 - Reduce oven temperature to 375°F and bake an additional 20 minutes until the filling is set at the edges but slightly jiggles at the center.
09 - Remove from oven, cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before serving.
