Apple Pie

It is elaborated with a mass covered with compote of apple. There are many variants and forms.
Generally the mass covers the whole fruit. "Tarte Tatin " is a French variant in which the top part is "opened".

Ingredients:

Apple the slightly acid varieties are in the habit of being chosen, in order that they contrast with the sweet tones of the sugar.
It is more known with Granny Smith and Bramley.
They can use so many natural apples, since stiff (these only are in the habit of using when the fresh airs are not available) or dried. The choice concerns the aspect, aroma and final texture.

Mass:

It is a very simple mass elaborated with flour of wheat, water and butter. It must have good consistency.

Spices:

Sulen cinnamon, nail of smell and raisins. Some Australian variants take cream in the top part.

History:

It was born along the English colonies. In the 17th century it was a very popular dessert in The United States.
In the Middle Ages they were not taking sugar since it was a luxury.