Deep-Dish Peach Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

9 medium fresh California peaches (3 lb.)
1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. toasted almonds, chopped
pastry for 1-crust pie
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. almond extract

Preparation

Peel and slice peaches to measure 6 cups.
In bowl, combine sugar, flour and nutmeg.
Add peaches, almonds and almond extract. Toss to coat thoroughly.
Turn into 2-quart casserole dish.
On lightly floured board, roll out pastry; cut into 1/2-inch wide strips.
Arrange in lattice fashion over filling, moistening ends of strips and sealing to dish.
Bake in 425\u00b0 oven for 40 minutes or until crust is golden.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.