Instructions

1. 1
   Rub flour, margarine, lard, and salt together until the mixture has the consistency of fine breadcrumbs.
2. 2
   Gently mix in 2 tablespoons water to make a soft but firm dough.
3. 3
   Divide dough in half, then roll each half out on floured surface to the size you want your pie.
4. 4
   Use one crust to line your pie pan.
5. 5
   Core, peel, and slice the apples into ⅛–¼-inch (0.5–1 cm) segments.
6. 6
   Add lemon juice to the apple segments.
7. 7
   Transfer excess juices to the pie pan.
8. 8
   Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves and you get a simple syrup. Remove from the heat and let cool until just warm.
9. 9
   In a separate bowl, mix the cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and cornstarch.
10. 10
    Combine the apples, spice mixture, and syrup in a bowl. Toss well.
11. 11
    Transfer the apple filling to the crust-lined pie pan.
12. 12
    Cover the filling with the second pie crust and make three slits on top.
13. 13
    Crimp the edges of the crust together, making a decorative border if desired.
14. 14
    Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 60 minutes or until golden brown.
15. 15
    Take out the pie and let cool.
16. 16
    If desired, serve warm with ice cream, frozen custard, or frozen yogurt.