OLD FASHIONED BOTTOM CRUST APPLE
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CRUST:

1 lb. unsalted butter
4 c. flour
1 tbsp. + 1 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. ice water

FILLING:

8 or 9 tart apples, cut into wedges
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg or mace
2 tbsp. butter
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream

Crust - mix butter and dry ingredients in food processor until mixture resembles meal. Add ice water and process until dough pulls away from container. Divide dough into four balls, knead lightly on floured surface, flatten slightly and refrigerate. Roll each ball into a 10 inch circle, put 1 circle in an 8 or 9 inch pan, fill with apple filling. Fold over edges on top of filling and bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes.

 

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