Homemade Apple Slab Pie Recipe
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shortening, chilled
½ cup cold water
8 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter, diced for dotting
Directions
1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease or line a 15x10x1 inch baking sheet this will be your pie dish.
2: Make the Crust
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
Cut in the chilled shortening using a pastry cutter or fork until the mix resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in cold water with a fork, adding just enough until a soft dough forms a ball.
3: Roll and Fit the Dough
Divide the dough in half. Roll out one portion to fit the bottom and sides of your baking pan.
Gently place into the pan, trimming and patching as needed.
4: Make the Filling
In a large bowl, combine sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Mix until evenly coated, then pour into the crust lined pan and spread evenly.
Dot with small pieces of butter across the surface.
5: Top and Bake
Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the apples.
Seal the edges and cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
6: Cool and Serve
Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares.
Serve warm with ice cream or at room temperature for easier cutting.
