Apple Puff Pies1 (17 ounce) package frozen puff pastry 2 medium size sweet apples 1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 large egg, lightly beaten Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Thaw frozen puff pastry according to package directions. Meanwhile peel, core and coarsely chop apples to measure 2 cups. In bowl toss apples with sugar, flour, lemon peel and juice, cinnamon and nutmeg. On lightly floured board cut each pastry sheet into nine 3-inch squares. In center of each square place about 1/4 cup apple mixture, brush edges of square with beaten egg. Top each filled pastry with second square. Press edges with tines of fork. Using a sharp knife make 1-inch L-shape in center of each square, fold back pastry flaps. Place on ungreased cookie sheet and brush with beaten egg. Bake 20 minutes until golden brown. |