all-american apple pie

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Vicksburg, MS
Updated on Dec 11, 2013

Oven Temp: 425 degrees F

prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Convection Oven
yield make 10 slices

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 6 medium baking apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 cup dark raisins
  • 1 - unbaked, ready-made 9-inch piecrust
  • FOR THE GLAZE (OPTIONAL)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)

How To Make all-american apple pie

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Step 2
    Spray a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate with vegetable non-stick cooking spray.
  • Step 3
    In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, lemon peel, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Step 4
    Mix well.
  • Step 5
    Add apples to sugar mixture; stir until coated.
  • Step 6
    Stir in raisins.
  • Step 7
    Spoon into prepared plate.
  • Step 8
    Place piecrust on top of filling.
  • Step 9
    Trim edges, pressing against edge of pan.
  • Step 10
    Using a sharp knife, cut steam vents in piecrust.
  • Step 11
    To glaze, lightly brush piecrust with beaten egg then sprinkle with sugar.
  • Step 12
    Bake until piecrust is golden brown, about 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Step 13
    Place on a wire rack and cool for 30 minutes.
  • Step 14
    Serve warm.

Discover More

Category: Pies
Ingredient: Fruit
Culture: American

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