FOOLPROOF APPLE PIE RECIPES

Steps:

• Using a pastry blender or fork, mix flour, shortening, sugar, and salt together until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Combine vinegar, egg, and water and mix well. Add wet ingredients to the flour mixture and blend quickly. Be careful not to overwork dough; mix just until liquid is absorbed by the flour mixture. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes before rolling.
• This dough can be divided into individual crust portions, wrapped, and frozen for later use.

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sliced apples and water. Cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the butter.
• Meanwhile, whisk together the sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
• After the butter has melted, add the sugar mixture to the saucepan (over the apples). Stir constantly for 2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
• Remove from heat and let the sauce sit for 5 minutes.
• After the sauce has cooled completely, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or the freezer for up to 3 months. (Be sure to label and date the container.)