Apple Crumb Deep Dish Pie

When i make apple pie, this is the recipe that i usually use, it always turns out great ---prep time does not include preparing the pastry.

Line the bottom of a deep dish pie plate with pastry , flute edges.

Peel and slice apples thinly and place in a bowl.

Squeeze the lemon juice over the sliced apples.

Toss to coat with the juice.

Then mix in the 3 tablespoons sour cream , mix well.

Set aside.

Prepare the crumb topping.

To make the crumb topping: in a small bowl mix the flour and sugar together.

Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.

In another small bowl , mix the 1-1 / 2 tablespoon flour , 1 / 3 cup sugar , cinnamon and nutmeg.

Pour the flour mixture over the apples.

Toss well to coat.

Spoon the apple mixture into prepared pie shell.

Drizzle with the 3 tablespoons melted butter.

Sprinkle with the crumb topping.

Place the pie on a foil-lined cookie sheet.

Bake on the lowest oven rack position at 375 degrees for approximately 1 hour , or until the filling is bubbly and apples feel soft.

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