Oven-Fried Apple Pies

Directions

Preheat oven to 400.

Grease a large baking sheet. Combine pizza crust mix, water, and butter in mixing bowl; stir to blend.

Turn dough out onto lightl floured board or pastry cloth; knead gently just until smooth.

Divide dough in half.

Divide each half into 8 pieces. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of filling into center of each circle.

Fold top half of circle over bottom half, moistening edges very lightly to seal.

Crimp edges with a floured fork.

Pierce top of pie with fork several times to vent. Place on prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.

Brush with melted butter.

Cool slightly before serving--filling will be hot.

These are best when served warm.

DRIED APPLE FILLING Combine apples, water, and sugar in largesaucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until tender. Mash thoroughly. Stir in butter, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg; cool completely.