Vermont Apple Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Mix apples with 1/4 cup melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg and 2/3 cup maple syrup (I use real Vermont syrup but Log Cabin or other brand would be fine).
2. 2
   Place mixture in pie crust.
3. 3
   Combine sugar, flour and softened butter.
4. 4
   With a pastry blender, two forks or your fingers, mix until crumbly.
5. 5
   Top apples with crumb mix.
6. 6
   Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Reduce heat to 350 degrees and cook for 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Tip: You may need to drain some of the liquid off 5 minutes before it's done.