Prepare pastry for 8-inch lattice-top pie. Line 8-inch pie plate with pastry. Combine 3 cups pitted fresh ripe tart red cherries, 1 to 1 1/2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and dash salt.

Turn into pastry-lined pie plate; dot with 2 tablespoons butter. Adjust lattice top; seal. Bake in hot oven (400 degrees) for 50-55 minutes.