APPLE PORK PIE

Apple Pork Pie image

While looking through my aunt's old recipes a few years ago, I came across this interesting pork pie. Now whenever my brother comes to visit, this is the meal he requests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shortening
3 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup water
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon dried sage
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup milk
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

In a bowl, combine flour and salt; mix well. Add cheese; toss to coat. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water only until moistened. Form into a ball. Roll two-thirds of the ball into a 11-in. circle; place in a 9-in. pie pan, lining the bottom and sides. Roll remaining pastry into an 8-in. circle; cut into eight wedges. Chill pastry shell and wedges while preparing filling. , Brown pork in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add water, onion, sage and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until meat is tender. Combine flour and milk to form a smooth paste; gradually add to pork mixture. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Spoon half into prepared shell. Top with apples and sprinkle with sugar. Spoon remaining pork mixture over apples. Arrange pastry wedges on top. , Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake 30-40 minutes longer or until pastry is lightly browned and crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.