Apple pie

There is nothing more American than a big old slice of juicy apple pie . This one is definitely a saver ! You’ve got to try this :)

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Mix flour salt and sugar in a large bowl then add cold cubed butter and rub the mixture together until it looks like wet sand .

Step 2

Slowly add the ice cold water and stir the dough until it clumps together .

Step 3

Cut the dough in half then form two discs and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge dog e for 1 hour minimum .

Step 4

Use mixed apples for better flavor . Peel and slice apples into slices add to a large bowl then squeeze lemon juice all over and give it a good mix .

Step 5

Cover the apples in sugar cinnamon nutmeg and flour and mix well .

Step 6

Roll out the dough then put one half in a greased 9 inch tart or pie dish trimming off any overlapping bits

Step 7

Add the apples to the centre making sure to add the juices left over on top then place the other layer of pastry on top and trim the excess

Step 8

Use a fork to make indents in the outside then prick the centre of the pie with the fork to let steam escape

Step 9

Brush with egg wash and sprinkle a little more sugar on top of you like . Bake in a 220 c 425 f oven for 15 minutes then lower the heat to 175 c 350 f and bake for another 35 minutes or until golden. Let the pie cool down then serve with a lovely scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy !