Making Apple Pie From Scratch

Instructions

Flaky Pie Dough

1. Add the flour, salt, and sugar to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse for just a second to combine.
2. Sprinkle the butter over the top and pulse for 2 to 3 seconds to to break up the pieces of butter.
3. Sprinkle the ice water on top and process just until the flour is moistened and the dough starts to come together—do not over mix.
4. Empty the dough into a large lock-top plastic bag, seal, then press into a flat disc. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before using.
5. **Repeat this process to make a second disc (for the double crust pie).

Apple Pie

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Peel, core and slice the apples and place in a large bowl.
2. Combine the sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Sprinkle over apples and toss gently to cover every slice.
3. Remove pie dough from the refrigerator and roll one disc into a 14-inch circle. Carefully place in the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch deep dish pie plate.
4. Pile the apple slices on top of the dough. Sprinkle the almond extract on top and dot with butter (cut into small pieces).
5. Roll out the second pie dough disc to about 13-inches and place on top. Seal and flute the crusts, trimming any excess. Cut 4 to 5 small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
6. Brush the top crust with the milk and sprinkle evenly with 2 teaspoons granulated sugar. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. Cool completely before slicing.