Almond Apple Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. firm apples
1 1/4 c. sugar
3/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 Tbsp. grated lemon rind
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
pastry for 9-inch pie
1/4 c. blanched almonds

Preparation

Peel and core apples; slice in 1/8-inch slices.
Dissolve sugar and water over medium heat.
Add apples, nutmeg and lemon rind. Cook slowly at 450\u00b0 for 12 minutes or until golden brown.
Pour filling into crust.