Ingredients

  • 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3-1/2 cups sliced peeled tart apples
  • 1-1/2 cups sliced peeled pears
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Method

  • In a bowl, combine 1 cup flour and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing lightly with a fork until the dough forms a ball. On a floured surface, roll out dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Flute edges. In a large bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon and remaining flour. Add apples and pears; toss. Pour into crust.
  • For topping, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle over filling. Bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until fruit is tender.