Unfried Apple Pies

Directions

1. 1
   To prepare dough, lightly spoon the flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife.
2. 2
   Combine flour, salt and baking powder, stirring with a whisk.
3. 3
   Combine the milk and shortening in a large bowl, stirring until shortening dissolves.
4. 4
   Gradually add flour mixture to milk mixture, tossing with a fork just until blended.
5. 5
   Turn dough out onto a piece of plastic wrap.
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   Knead into a ball (dough will feel sticky).
7. 7
   Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
8. 8
   To prepare filling, combine dried apples, raisins, 1/2 cup water and apple cider in a small saucepan.
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   Cover; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until fruit is tender, stirring occasionally.
10. 10
    Stir in brown sugar and cool to room temperature.
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    Preheat over to 450F Divide dough into 8 equal portions.
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    Working with 1 dough portion at a time (cover remaining portions to prevent drying), roll each portion into a 6-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
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    Spoon about 2 tbsp filling onto half of each circle; mosten edges of dough with water.
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    Fold dough over filling; press edges together with a fork to seal.
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    Place pies onto a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
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    Combine egg white and 1 tbsp water, stirring with a whisk; brush over the pies.
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    Sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
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    Bake at 450F for 12 minutes or until golden.
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    Place on a wire rack.
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    Serve warm or at room temperature.