Gourmet Apple Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust, ready-made or homemade
• 6 cups peeled, cored and sliced apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp or Braeburn apples work well)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg, beaten

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
5. Add the sugar mixture to the apples and mix well.
6. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust, dot with butter cubes.
7. Roll out the second pie crust and cut it into thin strips. Arrange in a lattice pattern on top of the pie filling.
8. Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
10. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this delicious gourmet apple pie warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This pie makes a perfect dessert for any occasion – from a cozy family dinner to a fancy Thanksgiving feast.

Verdict:

This gourmet apple pie is truly irresistible. With its perfectly flaky crust and sweet, spiced apple filling, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The secret to this pie’s gourmet flavor is in the combination of high-quality ingredients and the use of classic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a first-time pie-maker, this recipe is definitely worth a try!