Perfect Apple Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl, gently mix filling ingredients; pierce the bottom pie crust with a fork.
2. 2
   Spoon filling into the pierced crust-lined pie plate.
3. 3
   Top with second pie plate crust.
4. 4
   Be sure to discard the top tin.
5. 5
   Wrap excess top crust under bottom crust edge, pressing edges together to seal; flute if you want.
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   I sealed the edges with the teeth of a fork.
7. 7
   Cut 3 slits or shapes in top crust to allow for ventilation and even cooking.
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   Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown.
9. 9
   Cover edge of crust with 2- to 3-inch wide strips of foil after first 15 to 20 minutes of baking to prevent excessive browning.
10. 10
    Cool on cooling rack at least 2 hours before serving.
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    (Hint: While peeling apples soak them in water and lemon juice to prevent browning as apples are being prepped.
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