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This rustic apple pie created by the executive chefs of
Rocky Mountaineer celebrates the cuisine of the
Okanagan region of western Canada.
RUSTIC APPLE &
RHUBARB PIE

INGREDIENTS
Apple Rhubarb Filling:
2 large apples
1 cup chopped rhubarb
1 cup sugar
1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 Tbsp lemon juice
Pie Crust Dough
¾ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup icing sugar
1½ tsp salt
2 eggs
½ cup unsalted butter
1 pinch cinnamon
1 pinch raw sugar
METHOD
Apple Rhubarb Filling
Peel, core and cut the apples into medium-sized
wedges. Chop the rhubarb into small chunks.
Place the sugar into a saucepan, add the grated
ginger and chopped rhubarb and cook until the
rhubarb has softened. Add the apple wedges and
lemon juice to the mixture and toss. Set aside
until ready to use, making sure that most of the
liquid has evaporated.
A journey on board Canada’s world-famous Rocky Pie Crust Dough
Mountaineer is a feast for the senses, with gourmet Place the flour in a large bowl and form a
cuisine accompanied by stunning scenery and well. Add the icing sugar, salt, eggs and
award-winning service. butter. Knead the dough quickly by hand until
all ingredients are mixed together. Do not
Before each season, Rocky Mountaineer’s executive overwork the dough. Add water if necessary.
chefs reimagine a menu inspired by the bounty Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for two
of the passing regions, highlighting ingredients hours before using.
such as fresh salmon, prime Alberta beef, and Preheat oven to 190°C. / 375°F. Roll out the
local berries. From hearty soups made from local
vegetables to Okanagan apple crumble, guests dough onto a floured surface using a rolling pin.
Line a 23cm / 9-inch deep pie plate with the
with Rocky Mountaineer have a decadent culinary
experience of Western Canadian ingredients. The dough. Spoon the apple and rhubarb mixture
into the pie crust and sprinkle with cinnamon
culinary trip on board is highlighted by prize-
winning wines from British Columbia’s Okanagan and raw sugar.
Valley, local Canadian beers and high-end spirits. Bake the pie for 40-45 minutes until nicely
browned. Remove from the oven and allow
The Eat Play Love: Regionally Inspired Cuisine by to cool. Serve the pie warm or cold. We
Rocky Mountaineer cookbook was published in 2013. recommend slightly warm with a little vanilla
It features the delectable on-board cuisine and ice cream on the side.
highlights regional ingredients. It’s a perfect memento
for guests wanting to share Rocky Mountaineer’s Serves 6-8
culinary experience with their loved ones.

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