Mom's Apple Pie II - Classic and Delicious Homemade Pie Recipe

Indulge in the taste of nostalgia with this classic and delicious homemade Mom's Apple Pie II recipe. Made with a flaky, buttery crust and a sweet and tangy apple filling, this pie is perfect for any occasion. The warm cinnamon aroma will fill your kitchen as you bake this timeless dessert. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this traditional American dessert.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup shortening
• 4-5 tablespoons ice-cold water
• 5-6 medium-sized apples
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the shortening using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Gradually add ice-cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape them into disks. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
4. Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin slices.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix well.
6. Roll out one chilled dough disk on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the rolled-out dough to the pie dish and gently press it into the bottom and sides.
7. Sprinkle half of the sugar-flour mixture over the bottom crust of the pie. Arrange the apple slices on top, making sure they are evenly distributed.
8. Dot the apples with small pieces of unsalted butter.
9. Roll out the second chilled dough disk and place it over the apple filling. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
10. Make a few slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
11. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
12. Allow the pie to cool for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

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