OLD FASHIONED ENGLISH APPLE PIE WITH A KISS AND A SQUEEZE!
In the UK, we have a famous old rhyme and ditty that goes like this...."Apple pie without cheese, is like a kiss without a squeeze"!! This is my traditional English double crust apple pie WITH a kiss that HAS a squeeze - the CHEESE! Don't worry if you are not a cheese lover, (is there anyone out there who is NOT a cheese lover???) as this pie has the cheese on the SIDE - so you can have your apple pie with cheese or without, it's up to you! This is a tried and tested old family recipe and is based on the pastry and pie recipes in the Be-Ro cookbook. It is wonderful eaten hot with cream, custard or ice cream, as well as with the cheese; and it is an absolute must for lunch boxes and picnics! An interesting historical note - English Apple Pie in one form or another, goes right back to the time of Chaucer in the 12th century. Apple pie should have meltingly crisp and VERY short pastry with layers of spiced apples, preferably Bramley apples, in the middle. If you have a pie funnel, such as a black bird pie funnel - use that for a really traditional touch, as well as directing the steam out of the pie! I have a mixed spice mixture posted on zaar, Recipe #266688. I also have a spiced apple pie sugar posted, Recipe #219453. Replace this for the cup of sugar and the mixed spice listed in this recipe, and omit the lemon rind.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Pie
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 Large Pie, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To prepare the pastry, sift the flour and salt into a mixing bowl, then stir in the sugar. Add the butter in pieces and rub into the flour with the fingertips until the mixture resembles fine bread crumbs. Stir in enough water to hold the mixture together, then form into a smooth ball.
- Wrap in foil or grease-proof paper and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into two and roll out one half on a floured board into a circle to fit the base of a well greased 20cm/8inch pie dish.
- Put the apples in a mixing bowl, then stir in the remaining filling ingredients. Spoon into the dough lined pie dish. Roll out the remaining dough into a circle to form the lid. Lay over the filling, pressing down and sealing the edge with water. Flute the edge with your fingers or crimp with the prongs of a fork. Brush with a little milk and dredge with caster sugar. Make a slit in the centre of the pie for the steam to escape, or use a pie funnel.
- Bake on a baking sheet in the centre of a hot oven (200 degrees C/400 degrees F) for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to moderate (180 C/350 F) and continue baking for 25 to 35 minutes, until golden brown. If the pastry starts to brown too quickly, cover the top with some greaseproof paper.
- Allow to cool slightly for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with wedges of cheese, or with cream, custard or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 764.6, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 104.1, Sodium 514.6, Carbohydrate 94.1, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 55.5, Protein 19.2
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Nive Letele
[email protected]This apple pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try using a different variety of apples next time.
Jhangir Khan
[email protected]This apple pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Naomi Harper
[email protected]I loved this apple pie! The filling was perfectly spiced and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I would definitely make this again.
MD NAHIDUL ISLAM Official
[email protected]This apple pie was amazing! The filling was perfectly spiced and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
nicola malcolm
[email protected]I thought this apple pie was just okay. The filling was a bit too mushy for my liking and the crust was a bit too dry. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Hadi Jutt
[email protected]This apple pie was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more spices to the filling next time.
Anandpasmanrpasman Anandku
[email protected]I really enjoyed this apple pie. The filling was perfectly spiced and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Hamood Habibi
[email protected]This apple pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try using a different variety of apples next time.
Lihle Qwabe
[email protected]The crust on this apple pie was a bit too tough for my liking. I think I'll try using a different recipe for the crust next time.
Scott Mash
[email protected]This apple pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Karim Hany
[email protected]I love the addition of the kiss and the squeeze to this recipe. It makes it feel extra special. The pie was a hit with my family and I'll definitely be making it again soon.
Abdulrehman Sher
[email protected]This was my first time making apple pie and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the pie was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Derek Sunny
[email protected]I've been making this apple pie for years and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The filling is perfectly spiced and the crust is always flaky and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe!
Jeremy VanDine
[email protected]This apple pie is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, but the results are always delicious. The apples are perfectly tender and the crust is flaky and golden brown. I love that this recipe also includes a little kiss and a squeeze for good l