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.