Cheddar Crust Granny Smith Apple Pie
Family favourite!! Cheese and apple pie belong together.
Steps
Crust----------.
In a food processor , combine flour and salt.
Add butter.
Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add cheese.
With machine rumming , drizzle in milk , processing just until dough comes together.
Press dough into ball.
Wrap in plastic , let rest in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Filling---------.
In a large bowl , mix together brown sugar , flour lemon rind , cinnamon and ginger.
Add apples and toss to coat , set aside.
Between two sheets of waxed paper , rollout dough into 13 inch circle.
Transfer to large baking sheet.
Spoon apple mixture into centre.
Fold sides up over filling , leaving filling exposed in centre.
Fold edge of pastry over to make finished edge.
Bake on lower rack in 425 degree oven for 20 minutes , reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 30 mintes or until fruit is tender and crust is golden.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheese , if using.
Let cool before serving.
Ingredients
all-purpose flour, salt, butter, sharp cheddar cheese, milk, brown sugar, fresh lemon rind, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, granny smith apples