Apple pie with almonds and pine nuts

For the pie filling

Ingredients

1^st mixture
1.5 kg sour apples, cut into square pieces
340g granulated sugar
390g water

2^nd mixture
90g corn flour
100g water
(Diluted together)

3^rd mixture
100g almond fillet
50g pine nuts
2g ground cinnamon

Method

Heat the 1^st mixture and boil for 4΄. Then, add the 2^nd mixture while stirring very well, and finally add the 3^rd mixture.

For the tart

Ingredients

1^st mixture
250g cow butter
125g powdered sugar
2g salt

2^nd mixture
2 eggs

3^rd mixture
500g soft flour
4g baking powder

Method

Place the ingredients of the 1^st mixture in a mixer and beat using the paddle attachment for about 3΄. When it starts to become fluffy, gradually add the 2^nd mixture until fully homogenized. Then add the 3^rd mixture while mixing on low speed until maximum consistency is achieved. Place the dough in the refrigerator for 1/2 hour and then roll it out. Place it in a tart pan, lay down 1 sheet, then add the apple pie filling, and cover with another sheet on top. Bake the apple pie at 175°C for 35-40΄ until golden-brown in color.

More information

Imagine an apple pie that stands out from the rest, thanks to its authentic use of local ingredients! The star of the show is the sour apples from Nafpaktia and Messolonghi, renowned for their unique sweet-and-sour taste. These are complemented by the exceptional almonds from Achaia and Aitoloacarnania, and last but not least the pine nuts, harvested from the pine forests of the Region of Western Greece, which boast a smooth and buttery texture. The combination of these three ingredients creates an exceptionally delicious filling.

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