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Everyone LOVED this pie!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Nessa.03"},"reviewBody":"Wow! Turned out perfect! Our whole family loves it. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cheryllynnjacob"},"reviewBody":"BEST pie ever! My family requests this all the time and so does my friends & family. I I keep this recipe close on hand. Always hear compliments.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cheryllynnjacob"},"reviewBody":"BEST APPLIE PIE IN THEIR LIFE! so far from hubby & friend. I've already made this twice and making again today. I used Pilsbury pie crust for quick & easy, I agree that you should let it sit longer for juices to be absorbed. A new family tradition pie! Thanks for sharing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Tanger0578"},"reviewBody":"This pie is AWESOME. Just be careful not to put any holes in your crust or your cust will get all soggy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BekkiP"},"reviewBody":"Enjoyed this at a church dinner tonight. One of the best pies I've ever eaten.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SharonOmar"},"reviewBody":"Friends have asked for the recipe","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jhenkel1"},"reviewBody":"I used store-bought refrigerated pie crusts and it still turned out wonderful. Such a great combination of flavors with the apple filling and the sweet pecans.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"H Law","givenName":"H","familyName":"Law"},"reviewBody":"I always make my own crust for pies. Now I am using this method instead, because of the ease. This pie is great--everyone loved it in my family!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Lnchager"},"reviewBody":"I made this pie right after the magazine came out and I think it was the best apple pie I have ever made. I am making it tomorrow for Thanksgiving.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PegWest"},"reviewBody":"Fantastic! Our finished pie looked just like the picture! How often does that happen?! It tasted even better than it looks. This will become a tradition in our family!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KLefler"},"reviewBody":"I made this for Thanksgiving this year and it was a huge hit. At first, everyone wasn't sure what it was until I told them. Needless to say, I brought home an empty pie pan.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LottaRosie"},"reviewBody":"I made this at Thanksgiving, and it was a huge success-will definately be making it again for Christmas dinner-it's already been requested. Of course, ANYTHING that I've ever done from Taste Of Home has been wonderful, so how could this not have!!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mrkcook"},"reviewBody":"Pulled out some of my old TOH magazines and came across this recipe. The photo did not appeal to me, but reading the ingredients I was compelled to give it a try. I was actually a bit skeptical and was especially concerned about flipping the large HOT pie. I placed the pie plate on a pizza pan and then placed large round skillet over the pie and flipped. It actually came out beautiful\/very attractive. It was served warm with vanilla ice cream and my family enjoyed it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"juicyfruit007"},"reviewBody":"This apple pie was really good, but I will not make it again because my usual apple pie recipe is better!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BeccyD"},"reviewBody":"I have had several requests to make this recipe. I always make two for large gatherings, always first dessert gone. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"carrolnhobbsmack"},"reviewBody":"When apples are plentiful, I make several batches of filling, vacuum seal and freeze. This pie is ALWAYS a hit...looks like some kind of shephards pie only with apples. So delicious, I have made it 10's of times!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"wb4401"},"reviewBody":"AMAZING! I don't even like apple pie, but this was DELISH! There was a lot of spillage, so next time I'll cover the drip pan with parchment or foil so I can remove it periodically sense the syrup tends to burn and smoke.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cawalters"},"reviewBody":"My granddaughter Gabrielle, who's 7 now, and I did this recipe on my recent trip to Chicago to celebrate her birthday. We always cook when we get together and have been since she was big enough to wrap her chubby legs around a big bowl sitting on my counter at the age of 3. We made this wonderful recipe while the guys were watching football. She has come a long way, rolling out the crusts and following my directions with such enthusiasm. We all agreed that the tart apples did it for the final tastes of sweetness from the pecan topping and the tartness of the apples were a winning combination.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hollybop"},"reviewBody":"This is my go-to apple pie recipe. Didn't know if I would like it because I am a traditionalist, but it is a fantastic pie recipe when made in a traditional way. I thought turning it upside down made it look like a hot mess on our thanksgiving table, but next time I left out the nut\/caramely mixture on the bottom and made it like a traditional pie. delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"creampuff9"},"reviewBody":"Just made this recipe yesterday. It turned out perfectly and was delicious. I didn't need to alter a single thing about the recipe. Mine looked exactly like the photo in the magazine. My husband & 3 teenage sons don't always love my experiments, but there's no pie left so I'd say this one's a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"48983","romance_copy_dek":"I combined two of my favorite recipes to come up with this sensational pie. It won the local apple pie contest a few years ago. 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It was served warm with vanilla ice cream and my family enjoyed it.","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"10\/12\/2020 15:42","GUID":"8053a50e08644e2591ad4cbb44d4aa27","MemberId":8304672,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mrkcook","SubmittedDate":"10\/12\/2020 15:42"},{"Comment":"
I loved this recipe. I used walnuts instead. Amazing.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"01\/16\/2016 19:59","GUID":"cc0052f7232d4b22a6b6dcf93e7f1a89","MemberId":4597838,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"rose3799","SubmittedDate":"01\/16\/2016 19:59"},{"Comment":"
Wow! Turned out perfect! Our whole family loves it. Delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"11\/23\/2014 22:46","GUID":"b04f7636835242f3a5409b335d91aeaa","MemberId":7651380,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Nessa.03","SubmittedDate":"11\/23\/2014 22:46"},{"Comment":"
I made this pie for Thanksgiving, and everyone is still talking about it. It is off-the-charts awesome!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"","GUID":"fe4f44db595e4eb489613130b309ea56","MemberId":7403792,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jessw216","SubmittedDate":"09\/12\/2013 11:23"},{"Comment":"
BEST pie ever! My family requests this all the time and so does my friends & family. I I keep this recipe close on hand. Always hear compliments.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"02\/01\/2011 08:41","GUID":"e3424c9d8b9142ceb9ffb326609aa3ce","MemberId":2884585,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cheryllynnjacob","SubmittedDate":"01\/25\/2013 14:17"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"11\/22\/2012 20:13","GUID":"d78aa588b3314b508f37063b79a0d06a","MemberId":4074232,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Catherine M","SubmittedDate":"11\/22\/2012 20:13"},{"Comment":"
Best apple pie ever!!!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"11\/21\/2012 20:57","GUID":"c1b1af03518b4107980a6efcdbc369cb","MemberId":2010801,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jessiesoukup","SubmittedDate":"11\/21\/2012 20:57"},{"Comment":"
I have been making an almost identical recipe of this upside down apple pie for years, and it is a winner - always comes out great, and always gets raves from the people I serve it to. I think I originally got the recipe from Jacque Torres in one of his old TV shows. The biggest difference in process is that I don't pierce the crust before putting it in the oven. I've never had a problem with baking it that way, but I also never have the juices leak out when I turn it over, and don't get the soggy crust issue. Also, I save time by not mixing the butter-sugar ahead and I don't use parchment paper at all. I pour melted butter into the pie pan bottom then sprinkle it with the brown sugar; then I place the pecan halves down and put my crust on top of it. It all melts together as it bakes in the end. Of course, doing that, you DO have to turn the pie over when it's still hot so it won't stick to the pie plate (I use glass, not so bad) - but by not puncturing the other crust, that's not a problem.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"10\/22\/2012 15:18","GUID":"11bd9117e496405299a69758433aa9bf","MemberId":6933036,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"sallygeejr","SubmittedDate":"10\/22\/2012 15:18"},{"Comment":"
Just made this recipe yesterday. It turned out perfectly and was delicious. I didn't need to alter a single thing about the recipe. Mine looked exactly like the photo in the magazine. My husband & 3 teenage sons don't always love my experiments, but there's no pie left so I'd say this one's a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"04\/12\/2012 10:12","GUID":"9f3f5684e46b4cdbb2281c10c248c819","MemberId":6638915,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"creampuff9","SubmittedDate":"04\/12\/2012 10:12"},{"Comment":"
This is my go-to apple pie recipe. Didn't know if I would like it because I am a traditionalist, but it is a fantastic pie recipe when made in a traditional way. I thought turning it upside down made it look like a hot mess on our thanksgiving table, but next time I left out the nut\/caramely mixture on the bottom and made it like a traditional pie. delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"01\/07\/2012 10:07","GUID":"234883d4bdd9455f941b47260be2d8ec","MemberId":5369880,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hollybop","SubmittedDate":"01\/07\/2012 10:07"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2011 14:28","GUID":"cb2959f965644f559ae07205d193ccfb","MemberId":3870843,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ejshellabarger","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2011 14:28"},{"Comment":"
I make a very similar pie that I call "Topsy Turvey Apple Pie", using the refrigerated round pie crusts. The one thing I do that really avoids having the soggy crust, is to invert the pie unto an oven proof plate and put it back into the over for about 20 minutes. What a difference!<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"11\/17\/2011 14:59","GUID":"366e9c1ff2584e8c8db292781ee83c93","MemberId":2061061,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"califdreamin@nemont.net","SubmittedDate":"11\/17\/2011 14:59"},{"Comment":"
AMAZING! I don't even like apple pie, but this was DELISH! There was a lot of spillage, so next time I'll cover the drip pan with parchment or foil so I can remove it periodically sense the syrup tends to burn and smoke.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"10\/03\/2011 12:10","GUID":"3e99c4eae5c74a8ea49ee8ab1c24b43f","MemberId":6252338,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"wb4401","SubmittedDate":"10\/03\/2011 12:09"},{"Comment":"
When apples are plentiful, I make several batches of filling, vacuum seal and freeze. This pie is ALWAYS a hit...looks like some kind of shephards pie only with apples. So delicious, I have made it 10's of times!<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"09\/01\/2011 21:55","GUID":"c948abbcf26c4e9bb03e78003887847b","MemberId":1765361,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"carrolnhobbsmack","SubmittedDate":"09\/01\/2011 21:54"},{"Comment":"
This pie is AWESOME. Just be careful not to put any holes in your crust or your cust will get all soggy.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"08\/31\/2011 13:01","GUID":"e51b08f051234475a3c1a4a409006391","MemberId":5671648,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Tanger0578","SubmittedDate":"08\/31\/2011 13:02"},{"Comment":"
I have had several requests to make this recipe. I always make two for large gatherings, always first dessert gone. Delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"05\/07\/2011 11:08","GUID":"d2738c10c09e4114869d4b361475f54a","MemberId":5976880,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"BeccyD","SubmittedDate":"05\/07\/2011 11:08"},{"Comment":"
This apple pie was really good, but I will not make it again because my usual apple pie recipe is better!<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"02\/14\/2011 21:11","GUID":"28a2c9b2411b43bf8573280d1d82ca47","MemberId":1404522,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"juicyfruit007","SubmittedDate":"02\/14\/2011 21:11"},{"Comment":"
BEST APPLIE PIE IN THEIR LIFE! so far from hubby & friend. I've already made this twice and making again today. I used Pilsbury pie crust for quick & easy, I agree that you should let it sit longer for juices to be absorbed. A new family tradition pie! Thanks for sharing.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"02\/01\/2011 08:41","GUID":"e3424c9d8b9142ceb9ffb326609aa3ce","MemberId":2884585,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cheryllynnjacob","SubmittedDate":"02\/01\/2011 08:41"},{"Comment":"
This was a GREAT pie! The only thing I will do differently the next time I make it is to let the pie rest for a while before turning it over onto my serving plate. This time, I inverted it right away like the directions said, but then I noticed that the entire plate filled up with the juice that leaked out of the slits that I'd cut in the top of the pie. It made for a bit of a soggy bottom crust. I later read on the internet that pies should sit for awhile so the juices are reabsorbed some. Other than that change, I wouldn't do anything differently! Everyone LOVED this pie!!<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"01\/23\/2011 13:40","GUID":"2856d4e3acfe4fecad77660a947bcceb","MemberId":1457645,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"nhatalsky","SubmittedDate":"01\/23\/2011 13:40"},{"Comment":"
I made this at Thanksgiving, and it was a huge success-will definately be making it again for Christmas dinner-it's already been requested. Of course, ANYTHING that I've ever done from Taste Of Home has been wonderful, so how could this not have!!!!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"12\/11\/2010 17:37","GUID":"7887ed4d84ba450387b11bc36ef86ea0","MemberId":5631953,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LottaRosie","SubmittedDate":"12\/11\/2010 17:37"},{"Comment":"
I made this for Thanksgiving this year and it was a huge hit. At first, everyone wasn't sure what it was until I told them. Needless to say, I brought home an empty pie pan.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"11\/28\/2010 14:23","GUID":"b182a12afb7446cea95d7f2a21d65303","MemberId":3234042,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"KLefler","SubmittedDate":"11\/28\/2010 14:23"},{"Comment":"
Fantastic! Our finished pie looked just like the picture! How often does that happen?! It tasted even better than it looks. This will become a tradition in our family!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"11\/27\/2010 15:11","GUID":"38d73c192cd5401c858b143fc2a03f1f","MemberId":4824635,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"PegWest","SubmittedDate":"11\/27\/2010 15:11"},{"Comment":"
I made this pie right after the magazine came out and I think it was the best apple pie I have ever made. I am making it tomorrow for Thanksgiving.<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"11\/24\/2010 18:39","GUID":"b510aec5f83940c1a1c1e1ddaa986f66","MemberId":5631409,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Lnchager","SubmittedDate":"11\/24\/2010 18:39"},{"Comment":"
I fell in love with the photo and had to try it. It was the first pie I've ever made, and it turned out great! I got rave reviews on the flakiness of the crust as well as the flavor of the pie. Next time, I will use a pastry cutter rather than a blender (easier and less clean up). Really great recipe!<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2010 09:02","GUID":"009e2d80b558495b9c6948ddd85335ff","MemberId":3664425,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"irbright","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2010 09:02"},{"Comment":"
I always make my own crust for pies. Now I am using this method instead, because of the ease. This pie is great--everyone loved it in my family!<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"11\/17\/2010 08:07","GUID":"3f89f8fd410b462eb86e6563bfb2316e","MemberId":5607477,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"H Law","SubmittedDate":"11\/17\/2010 08:07"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2010 14:23","GUID":"577b2dcebd8049c6b61ccab3cc718eaf","MemberId":5597295,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"jd57","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2010 14:23"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"11\/11\/2010 10:11","GUID":"302d89f1fa94420090dd3d680f3edd81","MemberId":5591812,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lindarogerv","SubmittedDate":"11\/11\/2010 10:11"},{"Comment":"
I used store-bought refrigerated pie crusts and it still turned out wonderful. Such a great combination of flavors with the apple filling and the sweet pecans.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"11\/10\/2010 17:59","GUID":"bd6476891bf24c49b8199b0f4a475340","MemberId":5590076,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jhenkel1","SubmittedDate":"11\/10\/2010 17:59"},{"Comment":"
Friends have asked for the recipe<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"11\/10\/2010 07:20","GUID":"19e43a460c0145c8b39a67ad446c2dd4","MemberId":5587963,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"SharonOmar","SubmittedDate":"11\/10\/2010 07:20"},{"Comment":"
Enjoyed this at a church dinner tonight. One of the best pies I've ever eaten.<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"11\/06\/2010 19:40","GUID":"6e93b54456344ead9ec391eeea161362","MemberId":5577749,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"BekkiP","SubmittedDate":"11\/06\/2010 19:40"},{"Comment":"
Loved it! I cheated w\/refrigerated pie crust. Made two, one w\/pecans & one w\/walnuts. Everyone that has sampled it loves it!<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"11\/01\/2010 11:03","GUID":"071e8d30991d4b75ac4800eae2d09918","MemberId":5523333,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"swheeler926","SubmittedDate":"11\/01\/2010 11:03"},{"Comment":"
Delicious<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"10\/27\/2010 13:48","GUID":"cf39652c97d8471c8eba289c5c43c25a","MemberId":5550618,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Bite Me!","SubmittedDate":"10\/27\/2010 13:48"},{"Comment":"
My granddaughter Gabrielle, who's 7 now, and I did this recipe on my recent trip to Chicago to celebrate her birthday. We always cook when we get together and have been since she was big enough to wrap her chubby legs around a big bowl sitting on my counter at the age of 3. We made this wonderful recipe while the guys were watching football. She has come a long way, rolling out the crusts and following my directions with such enthusiasm. We all agreed that the tart apples did it for the final tastes of sweetness from the pecan topping and the tartness of the apples were a winning combination.<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"10\/25\/2010 16:12","GUID":"1e8e7f3266a54b718b282bf545d36d00","MemberId":5489767,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cawalters","SubmittedDate":"10\/25\/2010 16:12"},{"Comment":"
My family loved this pie. My husband said I should get rid of all my other apple pie recipes and just use this one all the time. This quickly became a family favorite.<\/p>","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"10\/09\/2010 12:26","GUID":"615f5114bbb3450ea1dffad10d7c5aee","MemberId":5208309,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"angie.kelley","SubmittedDate":"10\/09\/2010 12:26"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"09\/26\/2010 14:39","GUID":"d74028c5a2bb4fabb1d58ed40d4e6452","MemberId":5467659,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kmtchapman","SubmittedDate":"09\/26\/2010 14:39"},{"Comment":"
I've made this for many years and everyone raves about it! This exact recipe is in the Pillsbury cookbook published in 1993 on page 274.<\/p>","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"09\/24\/2010 14:58","GUID":"73028b7767e84fb4b583a5a5fddeb893","MemberId":4574512,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"allora29","SubmittedDate":"09\/24\/2010 14:58"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43231,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312199,"name":"Pies","slug":"pies","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312134,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for pie recipes? Find great tasting desserts from pie recipes including apple, pumpkin, and pecan pies, cherry pies, and more pie recipes and ideas.","parent":310796,"count":1485,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pies\/"},{"term_id":312203,"name":"Apple Pies","slug":"apple-pies","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312138,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for recipes for apple pie? Taste Recipes has the best apple pie recipes from real cooks like you, featuring reviews, ratings, how-to videos and tips.","parent":312199,"count":159,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pies\/apple-pies\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Upside-Down Apple Pecan Pie"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n