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Prepare the pie crust according the recipe and press into a 9-inch pie plate.
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Place 1/3 of the apples and all the salt, cinnamon, dates, and vanilla powder in a food processor.
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Process the mixture until it is almost the consistency of applesauce.
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Continue adding apples, processing only until apples are chopped into small to medium sized pieces.
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Add raisins to the mixing bowl.
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Stir in ground flax seeds, mix well, and set aside for 15 minutes.
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The raisins and flax seeds will soak up the juice from the apples.
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Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
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1 cup almonds, soaked in water for 12 hours, then drained and dehydrated for 12 hours
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1 tablespoon vanilla powder
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1 cup pecans, soaked in water for 12 hours, then drained and dehydrated for 12 hours
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1 cup walnuts, soaked in water for 12 hours, then drained and dehydrated for 12 hours
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1 1/2 cups pitted dates
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Place almonds in a food processor and process until mixture resembles flour.
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Add salt and vanilla powder to the almonds and process well.
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Add pecans, walnuts, and dates to the food processor and process just until combined.
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Press the mixture into a 9-inch glass pie pan.
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The crust may be made ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen.
