"Made as single servings, these handheld pies are ideal for football games or other parties. They always disappear quickly. You can also use large cookie cutters to create holiday shapes in the tender pastry. For Valentine's Day, I cut a small heart into the top crust. —Jennifer Stoltz, Spring Green, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup cold butter, cubed
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3/4 cup shortening
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9 to 10 tablespoons cold water
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FILLING:
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2 tablespoons butter
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5 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
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1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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Coarse sugar