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Ingredients

Directions

1. For the crust:
   • Preheat oven to 400°F.
   • Cut shortening into flour and salt until particles are the size of small peas.
   • Sprinkle in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork until all flour is moistened and a ball of dough can be formed. Add more water if necessary.
   • Refrigerate dough until ready to roll.
2. For the filling:
   • Mix all ingredients with the apple slices.
   • Roll out refrigerated pie crust dough, place in pie pan. Add apple mixture.
   • Top with remaining crust.
   • Cut a few small slashes in top crust for a steam vent.
   • With pastry brush, brush on egg wash (beat one egg with 1 tablespoon of milk).
   • Bake in a 400°F oven for 10 minutes.
   • Reduce heat to 375°F and continue baking for another 20 minutes.