Bacon-Crumble Apple Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   In large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp; drain and crumble.
3. 3
   In medium bowl, combine the flour and brown sugar, add the butter and, using your fingers, incorporate the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
4. 4
   Stir in the bacon and cheese; refrigerate.
5. 5
   Line a baking sheet with foil.
6. 6
   In medium bowl, toss the apples with the granulated sugar and lemon peel.
7. 7
   Transfer to the pie shell and sprinkle with the topping.
8. 8
   Place the pie on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Cover loosely with foil and bake until golden and the apples are tender when pierced, 40-45 minutes.
10. 10
    Let cool before serving.