Deep-Dish Apple Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, and allspice.
2. 2
   Add apples, toss to coat fruit.
3. 3
   Transfer apples to a frozen deep-dish pie crust.
4. 4
   Place second pie pastry atop apples.
5. 5
   Seal edges together by crimping with a fork.
6. 6
   Cover edges of pie with foil.
7. 7
   Place on baking sheet and bake in a 375° oven for 25 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes more or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly.
9. 9
   Serve warm or cool.
10. 10
    For a prettier top, may brush the unbaked top with milk, water or melted margarine or butter and then sprinkle lightly with sugar.
11. 11
    I like to use heart cookie cutters to make a design with four hearts to allow steam to vent and then brush top melted butter and dust with cinnamon.
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    May store at room temperature up to one day, refrigerate for longer storage.