Worth buying the almonds for this.

Swabian Apple Cake

2 C. flour

1 C. sugar

1/2 tsp. salt

1 C. butter

1 egg, beaten

4 med. apples, sliced

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. lemon rind

1/2 C. almonds, chopped

(opt) 1/3 C. raisins

In lg. bowl mix flour, 1/4 c. sugar & salt. Cut in 3/4 c. butter til crumbly. Stir in lightly beaten egg til dough comes away from sides of bowl and forms a ball. Knead until smooth. Chill several hous.

Roll 2/3's dough into 11" round. Fit into 9" cake pan (springform easiest) (one inch rim forms).

Toss apples, lemon juice, lemon rind, raisins & half the almonds. Spread over pastry-lined pan.

Roll remaining dough into 9" round. Place on top & pinch edges together.

Heat remaining butter, sugar & almonds til sugar dissolves. Spoon over top. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 min. until golden brown. Serves 8.