Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Yes, we’re warming up the party before the guest arrives. Grease a pie dish lightly.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. The thinner they are, the faster they cook and the softer the filling becomes.
In a bowl, toss apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, flour, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until every piece is dressed for success.
Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust. If you want, dot with a few butter bits for extra richness. Cover with the top crust or lattice as you prefer.
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles merrily. If the crust browns too fast, cover edges with foil.
Let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Sauce can run, but patience makes the slice neat and dramatic.
