Green Chile Apple Pie

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the crust

   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Add cold cubed butter and cut in using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough comes together. Divide in half, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

2. 2

   Roast and prepare the green chiles

   If using fresh Hatch chiles, roast them over an open flame or under a broiler until charred on all sides. Place in a bowl covered with plastic wrap to steam for 10 minutes. Peel off the skin, remove seeds and stems, and dice. If using canned, drain and dice.

3. 3

   Make the filling

   In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, diced green chiles, sugar, flour, cinnamon, cumin, and salt. Toss gently until apples are evenly coated. Let sit for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

4. 4

   Preheat oven

   Preheat your oven to 425F (220C). Position a rack in the lower third of the oven. Place a baking sheet on the rack below to catch any drips.

5. 5

   Roll out the bottom crust

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer to a 9-inch pie dish, pressing gently into the bottom and sides. Trim edges leaving a 1-inch overhang.

6. 6

   Fill the pie

   Pour the apple and green chile filling into the prepared crust, mounding slightly in the center. Dot the top with butter pieces.

7. 7

   Create the lattice top

   Roll out the second disk of dough and cut into 3/4-inch strips. Weave strips over the filling in a lattice pattern. Fold the bottom crust overhang over the lattice edges and crimp decoratively. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

8. 8

   Bake the pie

   Bake at 425F for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 375F (190C) and bake for an additional 35-45 minutes until the crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling. If edges brown too quickly, cover with foil or a pie shield.

9. 9

   Cool before serving

   Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing. This allows the filling to set properly.

10. 10

    Serve and enjoy

    Serve slices warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce to balance the heat.