Dutch Apple Pie

Apple pie is one of the most popular pies made during the holiday season in America and Europe, and for good reason. Apple pies can often be distinguished from other pies at a distance by their distinctive lattice of top pastry crust, although sometimes the crust is made solid. One of the most delicious varieties is Dutch apple pie. Dutch apple pie made in the United States is not really any more "Dutch" than any other pie; the main difference is that it includes cinnamon and often lemon juice.

For a great tasting Dutch apple pie that your whole family will love, you will need the following ingredients:

For the crust you'll need:

One cup flour

One third cup shortening

One teaspoon salt

Three tablespoons water

The pie filling requires:

One half cup sugar

Enough apples to fill the crust

Cinnamon and nutmeg to taste

To make a delicious topping, you'll need:

One half cup sugar

Three fourths cup flour

One third cup butter

Cut shortening into the other dry crust ingredients. Mix and add water until slightly moist. Roll into pie crust shape and place into nine inch pie pan.

For the filling, slice peel and slice apples. Fill pie crust with apples, and sprinkle with half cup of sugar. Sprinkle on nutmeg and cinnamon to taste. Bake for 15 minutes at 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

For the topping, cut butter into flour and sugar and mix. Spoon over the top of the pie. Return to oven and bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees