CANDY APPLE PIE

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Copied this recipe from an old church cookbook. Mrs. Doris Pennington submitted the recipe. Very delicious.

Provided by Bryson Hatfield

Categories     Pies

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 c baking apples, peeled and thinly sliced
2 Tbsp lime juice
3/4 c sugar
1/4 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 double crust pie pastry (9 inch)
2 Tbsp butter or margarine
TOPPING
1/4 c butter or margarine
1/2 c brown sugar, firmly packed
2 Tbsp heavy cream
1/2 c pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, toss apples with lime juice. Combine dry ingredients; add to the apples and toss lightly. Place bottom pastry in a 9 inch pie plate; fill with apple mixture. Dot with butter. Cover with top crust. Flute edges high; cut steam vent. Bake at 400 degrees for 40-45 minutes; or until golden brown and apples are tender.
  • 2. Meanwhile, for topping, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in brown sugar and cream; bring to boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in pecans. Pour over top crust. Return to oven for 3-4 minutes or until bubbly. Serve warm.

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