Bird's Nest Apple Pie

Not a traditional apple pie, but delicious all the same. The big argument in our house is whether to serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream (John) or a thick slice of extra-sharp cheddar cheese (my choice). Either way, I think this will become one of your favorite recipes to use at apple harvest time.

Bird's Nest Apple Pie
5 apples, peeled and sliced
2 c all-purpose flour
1 c sugar
1/2 teas baking soda
1/2 teas cream of tartar
1 c sour milk (see note)
2 egg whites

Topping:
1/4 c sugar
1 teas cinnamon
1/4 teas nutmeg

Divide apples between 2 (9") greased pie plates. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cream of tartar, sour milk and egg whites; mix well. Divide batter and pour over apples. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Invert onto serving plate. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over apples while still warm.


Note: To make sour milk, put 1 T vinegar into a measuring cup and add enough milk to equal 1 cup. Let stand for 5 minutes.