Apple Cream Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine filling ingredients , except apples, in a mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Place sliced apples in the unbaked pie shell.
3. 3
   Sprinkle with cinnamon to taste.
4. 4
   Can add nutmeg if desired.
5. 5
   Pour filling mixture over apples and smooth until even over apples.
6. 6
   To make topping, combine brown sugar, flour and butter.
7. 7
   Cut with pastry cutter or 2 knives until crumbly.
8. 8
   Sprinkle crumb mixture over top of pie.
9. 9
   Bake at 450F for 15 minutes, then reduce oven to 350F.
10. 10
    Bake additional 45-50 minutes.
11. 11
    Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
12. 12
    VARIATION:
13. 13
    You can substitute 1 cup sour cream for the half and half, or use 1/2 cup of each half and half/ 1/2 cup sour cream.
14. 14
    I love this both ways.
15. 15
    I hope you enjoy this.
16. 16
    Very good with vanilla ice cream when fresh and hot out of the oven.