Bacon Crumble Apple Pie

Bacon and apple pie? sounds interesting so i had to save it here. Recipe is from rachael ray's magazine.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

In large skillet over medium heat , cook the bacon until crisp.

Drain and crumble.

In medium bowl , combine the flour and brown sugar , add the butter and , using your fingers , incorporate the butter until the mixture is crumbly.

Stir in the bacon and cheese.

Refrigerate.

Line a baking sheet with foil.

In medium bowl , toss the apples with the granulated sugar and lemon peel.

Transfer to the pie shell and sprinkle with the topping.

Place the pie on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Cover loosely with foil and bake until golden and the apples are tender when pierced , 40-45 minutes.

Let cool before serving.

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