Old-Fashioned Apple Pie Recipe

Indulge in nostalgia with our delightful "Old-Fashioned Apple Pie" recipe straight from the pages of "Baking Yesteryear: The Best Recipes from the 1900s to the 1980s." Discover the timeless charm of this classic dessert featuring crisp Granny Smith apples, aromatic spices, and a flaky homemade crust. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting treat, this recipe will transport you to simpler times with every delicious bite. Add a touch of tradition to your baking repertoire today!

Detailed Recipe & Step By Step Instruction Here 👇

• 📋 Ingredients:

  1. 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  2. 1 teaspoon salt
  3. 1 cup shortening
  4. 1/2 cup cold water
  5. 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled Granny Smith apples
  6. 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  7. 1 cup sugar
  8. 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  9. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  10. 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  11. 2 tablespoons butter
  12. 1 egg white
  13. 1 tablespoon sugar
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• 📝 Instructions:

  1️⃣ In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. 🍴

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  2️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one-half of the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim the pastry to 1/2 inch beyond the edge of the plate. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg; add to apples and toss to coat. Transfer to pastry. Dot with butter. Roll out the remaining pastry to fit the top of the pie; place over the filling. Trim, seal, and flute edges. Cut slits in the top. Beat egg white until foamy; brush over pastry. Sprinkle with sugar. Cover edges loosely with foil. 🥄

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  3️⃣ Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy! 🍽️

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• Notes 💡:
  ◻️ Granny Smith apples are recommended for their tartness and firm texture.
  ◻️ For a decorative touch, use cookie cutters to make shapes from the leftover pastry dough and arrange them on top of the pie before baking. 🍪