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Mock Apple Pie, with crackers




Source of Recipe


from karen, at the funplacecom


Recipe Introduction


Called Ritz Mock Apple Pie there.
The classic pie, featuring Ritz crackers baked in
a golden crust, is perfect for the holidays.



Recipe Link: http://www.thefunplace.com/fence/recipeboard/messages/5683.html

List of Ingredients




pie pastry for a 2 crust, 9 inch pie
1 3/4 cups coarsely broekn Ritz type crackers, (about 36)
1 3/4 cups water
2 cups white granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
the grated peel of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe



Roll out half the pie pastry and line a 9 inch pie plate.
Place the cracker crumbs in the crust and set aside.
Using a high heat, in a saucepan, heat the water, sugar
and cream of tartar to a boil.
Let simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the lemon juice and the lemon peel and stir. Let cool.
Gently pour this syrup over the cracker crumbs.
Dot with the butter.
Sprinkle with the cinnamon.
Roll out remaining pie pastry.
Wet the rim with water and place the paster over top.
Seal by pressing down.
Trim off any excess pastry and flute the edges.
Make a slit into the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Bake at 425 degrees F. for 30 - 35 minutes, until the
crust is crisp and golden.
Let cool completely.
Makes 8 servings.