Flaky Nectarine Pie
INGREDIENTS
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Crust
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20 tbsp. (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
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7 tbsp. heavy cream
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3 tbsp. rendered lard (or use more butter)
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3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for rolling the dough
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3 tsp. granulated sugar
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1 1/4 tsp. salt
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Filling
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8 cups (about 7) ripe nectarines, unpeeled, pitted, and cut into 1-inch chunks
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1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
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⅛ tsp. salt
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4 tbsp. cornstarch
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1 tbsp. brandy
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1 tsp. vanilla extract
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1 egg white, beaten, at room temperature
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1 1/2 tsp. granulated sugar
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