Neely's Fried Apple Pie a la Mode

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   To a large saute pan over medium heat, melt the butter.

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   Stir in the brown sugar, and the apples and saute until they are tender, about 5 to 6 minutes.

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   Drizzle in the maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.

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   Continue cooking for 5 minutes more until the apples are completely softened.

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   Remove them from the pan and allow them to cool while you prepare the dough.

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   Roll out both pieces of pie dough onto a floured surface.

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   Cut out 8 (6-inch) circles and lay them out onto a parchment-lined sheet tray.

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   Put a heaping tablespoon of the apple pie filling into the center of each round Fold the circles in half and seal their edges with the tines of a fork.

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   In a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough peanut oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 350 degrees F.

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    Whisk together the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and reserve.

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    Fry the pies, 3 at a time, in the hot peanut oil until they are golden brown and crisp, about 3 minutes.

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    Transfer the finished pies to a paper towel-lined sheet tray.

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    Once they are cool, toss them in the cinnamon sugar and serve with vanilla ice cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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