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Prep Time: 50 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 90 Minutes Servings: 15 |
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For an apple pie that is sure to be winner, try this recipe. The crust is so flaky and the filling is sure to please everyone.Salem Cross Inn, , West Brookfield, Massachusetts Ingredients:
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 cup shortening |
1 egg |
1/4 cup cold water |
2 tablespoons white vinegar |
filling: |
10 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 8 medium) |
1 teaspoon lemon juice |
1/4 cup sugar |
1/4 cup packed brown sugar |
3 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1 tablespoon butter |
1 egg |
1 tablespoon milk |
Directions:
1. Place flour in a large bowl; cut in shortening until crumbly. In a small bowl, whisk egg, water and vinegar; gradually add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a rectangle; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 30 minutes or overnight.
2. Preheat oven to 375°. For filling, in a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine sugars, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg; add to apple mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish; dot with butter.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to fit top of pie. Place over filling. Trim and flute edges. In a small bowl, whisk egg with milk; brush over pastry. Cut slits in top. Bake 40-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown and apples are tender. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 15 servings.
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