Apple Cider Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Peel, core and slice apples.
2. 2
   Bring 1 cup cider (or juice) and sugar to boiling; add apples.
3. 3
   Cook, uncovered, until tender, about 8 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain; reserve syrup.
5. 5
   If needed, add cider to syrup to equal 1 1/3 cups.
6. 6
   Mix cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla and 2 tablespoons cold water; stir with butter into syrup.
7. 7
   Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
8. 8
   Remove from heat; stir in apples.
9. 9
   Line a 9-inch pie plate with pastry; add apple mixture. Adjust lattice top; seal.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with sugar.
11. 11
    Bake at 400° until lightly browned, about 40 minutes.