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Lebanon Seeks to Distance State from Hezbollah After Cyprus Drone Incident

                                                         File photo: Youssef Ragg Lebanon has urged Cypriot authorities and the public not to conflate the Lebanese state with Hezbollah following a drone strike that originated from Lebanese territory and hit Cyprus six days earlier. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi emphasized that the attack was carried out independently by Hezbollah and does not reflect the policies, values, or intentions of the Lebanese government.  Raggi stressed that Lebanon rejects any attempt to use its territory for external agendas and reiterated that Hezbollah’s actions fall outside the state’s legal authority. He called on Cyprus to distinguish between the official Lebanese government and groups operating autonomously, noting that Lebanon has consistently affirmed its sovereignty ...
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Blueberry Pie

 

Ingredients:

  • 5 cups fresh blueberries
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca flour (or cornstarch)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drips.

2. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, gently toss the blueberries with sugar, tapioca flour, all-purpose flour, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt. Let sit for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

3. Roll out the crust: Roll out one half of the pie dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges, leaving about ½ inch overhang.

4. Add the filling: Pour the blueberry mixture into the crust and dot with butter.

5. Top it off: Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. You can do a full top crust or cut strips to make a lattice. Trim and crimp the edges to seal.

6. Egg wash: Beat the egg with a splash of water and brush it over the top crust. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.

7. Bake: Place the pie on the preheated baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 35–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.

8. Cool: Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack—this helps the filling set.

Want to make it extra special with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream? 

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