Paper-Sack Apple Pie

The crumb topping makes this a "higher" pie. Baked in a paper sack or bag, the pie is less likely to burn while cooking.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3 -4  large apples
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1 -2  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  dash salt
• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup flour
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1  unbaked 9-inch pie crust

Directions

1. Peel and slice apples. combine sugar, nutmeg,, and 2 tablespoons flour. Sprinkle over apples and coat well. Spoon this mixture into unbaked pie shell. Sprinkle with lemon juice and add a dash of salt. Combine brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour and butter. Blend well and sprinkle over top of pie.
2. Place in large brown paper bag and secure with clips. Bake at 425F for 1 hour.