Apple Crunch Pie with Vanilla Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 9-inch unbaked pie crusts
• 3 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter and pecans. Mix until ingredients are well blended.
3. Place one of the pie crusts into a 9-inch pie plate. Spoon the apple mixture into the crust and spread evenly.
4. Top with the remaining pie crust and crimp the edges together. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
6. In a medium saucepan, combine the cream, sugar, cornstarch and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick and bubbly. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.
7. Serve the pie warm or at room temperature with the vanilla sauce.

Interesting Facts

• The origin of the apple crunch pie is unknown, but it is believed to have originated in the United States.
• The combination of sweet apples and a rich vanilla sauce is a classic favorite.
• Apple pies are traditionally served with whipped cream or ice cream.