Ingredients:
2 prepared pie crusts
6 cups apples, sliced and peeled
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Directions:
Heat oven to 425 F.
In a large bowl combine all ingredients except crust, butter and 1/4 teaspoon sugar.
Place 1 crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
Fill with apple mixture.
Dot with butter.
Place second layer over filling and fold edges under bottom and pinch them together.
Cut slits in a couple place on top.
Brush with water and sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 425 F for 40- 50 minutes or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown.
Servings: 8
Time preparation: 15 min.
Time total: 65 min.