ghee's old-fashioned apple pie
My mother (my kids called her Ghee) was a from-scratch baker. To save time, I use a frozen pie crust. This was one of her favorite pies to prepare for all of us. Living in North Georgia, we are only an hour from the best apple orchards. We used to pick our own apples and by nightfall, we would have a wonderful aroma calling us back to the kitchen for apple pie and ice cream. My mother passed away over 7 years ago but when I prepare this recipe, I am transported back to her kitchen with her love surrounding us.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
With a super scrumptious crunchy topping, this wonderful old-fashioned apple pie is a dessert standout. It's not the traditional way to make an apple pie, but it is jam-packed with tender apples filled with just the right amount of warm spices. The crumb topping is nice and crispy. A great addition to any holiday table.
Ingredients
- 1 - deep dish pie crust, baked (to save time, use frozen pie crust)
- 1 large egg white
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain flour
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 pounds Gala apples
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
How To Make ghee's old-fashioned apple pie
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Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prick the bottom and sides of the crust with a fork. -
Step 2Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
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Step 3While the crust is baking, mix walnuts, flour, and brown sugar in a bowl. Work in butter with fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
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Step 4In a large bowl, combine sugar, corn starch, and cinnamon. Toss in apples and lemon juice.
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Step 5Cover with waxed paper and microwave on high for 12 minutes; stirring halfway through.
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Step 6Immediately brush the bottom and sides of the hot crust with a light coating of egg white. Reset oven to 425 degrees F.
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Step 7Spoon filling into crust.
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Step 8Sprinkle crimb topping over the filling.
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Step 9Bake the pie for 10 to 12 minutes or until the topping is golden. Cool on a wire rack.
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