WALNUT APPLE PIE

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Adding walnuts gives a slight twist to traditional apple pie recipes and adds a unique flavor we really enjoy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

4 to 5 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Combine the sugars, nuts, tapioca, cinnamon and nutmeg; add to apples and toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes., Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; trim even with edge. Add apple mixture; dot with butter. Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edges. Cut slits in top. Cover edges loosely with foil. , Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until crust is brown and filling is bubbly. cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.