pastry for a single crust pie
4 large tart apples, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch slices
1/2 C. shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 C. packed brown sugar
1/2 C. chopped macadamia nuts (or walnuts)
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 Tbsp. cold butter
Roll pastry to fit a greased, 12 inch pizza pan. Flute edges and prick with a fork. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Arrange apples in a circular patten in a single layer to completely cover the pastry. Sprinkle apples with cheese. Combine brown sugar, nuts, cinnamon and nutmeg and sprinkle over top. Cut butter into small pieces and dot top of pizza. Bake for 20 additional minutes, or until apples are tender. Cut into wedges. Serve with creme fraiche, ice cream or your favourite whipped topping.
As an alternative, try substituting the apples with pears, and cheddar cheese with gorgonzola!
Creme fraiche
To make your own creme fraiche, mix 1 cup of whipping cream and 2 Tbsp. of greek yogourt or buttermilk in a bowl. Cover lightly with cheesecloth or a coffee filter and let stand at room temperature for 8-24 hours until it thickens slightly. It can then be stored in the fridge, where it will thicken further. If you would like more of a whipped cream texture, whip it with a beater until it forms soft peaks and sweeten with sugar or honey, if desired!
