Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup shortening
- 5-7 tablespoons cold water
For the filling:
- 7 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Making the Crust
The first step to making Mrs Smith's Deep Dish Apple Pie is to make the crust. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a ball.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the balls of dough until it is slightly larger than a 9-inch pie plate. Place the dough in the pie plate and trim the edges. Place the other ball of dough in the refrigerator while you make the filling.
Making the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Toss the mixture until the apples are evenly coated. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared pie plate. Dot the top of the filling with butter. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Baking the Pie
Remove the remaining ball of dough from the refrigerator and roll it out until it is slightly larger than the pie plate. Place the dough over the filling and trim the edges. Crimp the edges of the crust together and cut several slits in the top of the crust to allow steam to escape. Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Nutrition
One slice of Mrs Smith's Deep Dish Apple Pie contains approximately 590 calories, 24 grams of fat, 76 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein. It is also a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and iron.
Serving Suggestions
Mrs Smith's Deep Dish Apple Pie is delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. If you want to get creative, you can top the pie with a crumble topping or a streusel topping. It is also delicious served at room temperature with a cup of coffee or tea.
Tips and Tricks
For the best results, be sure to use tart apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. If you prefer a sweeter pie, you can mix in a few sweet apples such as Golden Delicious or Red Delicious. If you're in a hurry, you can also use a store-bought pie crust. This will reduce the prep time significantly, but the crust won't be quite as flavorful as a homemade one.
Conclusion
Mrs Smith's Deep Dish Apple Pie is the perfect way to feed a crowd. Its sweet, tart apples and buttery crust will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Plus, it's relatively easy to make, so you won't be spending all day in the kitchen. So the next time you need a crowd-pleasing dessert, give Mrs Smith's Deep Dish Apple Pie a try. You won't be disappointed!