"Arranging Apple slices in a pretty design gives this pie the appearance of a fancy tart. Its rich custard-like filling has an elegant flavor but is easy to prepare. The recipe was passed down by my grandmother, whose love of cooking I've inherited...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
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2 tablespoons sugar
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1/4 cup butter
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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1-1/2 cups cold milk, divided
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1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
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1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
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1/4 cup apricot preserves or strawberry jelly, melted