Instructions

  1. Crust: Mix shortening, 1/3 cup butter and flour.
  2. Add boiling water, salt and baking powder.
  3. Mix well.
  4. Separate into 2 balls; place between 2 pieces of wax paper; roll.
  5. Filling: Peel, core and slice apples.
  6. Lightly mix cinnamon and sugar with the apples.
  7. Heap into pastry lined pie pan and dot with 1 1/2 tablespoons butter.
  8. Cover with topping crust; slit to allow steam to escape.
  9. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes then reduce temperature to 350° and continue baking 45-60 minutes.