What are the best apples for apple pie?

Name: Perfect Apple Pie
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 135 min
Ingredients: 2¾ cups all-purpose flour, (spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off); 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon baking powder; 18 tablespoons (2 sticks + 2 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, (sliced into 1-inch pieces); 7 tablespoons ice cold water; 4½ pounds baking apples (about 8 large apples; see note), (peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, (from 1 lemon); 1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar; Heaping 1/4 teaspoon salt; Heaping 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; A beaten egg, heavy cream, or milk, (for brushing over crust); 2 tablespoons granulated or turbinado sugar, (for topping the pie)

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Anytime you’re baking with apples whether it's apple strudel or applesauce, it’s a good idea to use a blend of tart and sweet baking apples for the best flavor. Granny Smith, Honey Crisp, Gala, Jonagold, Jonathan, and Golden Delicious are all good options—try different varietals and see what combinations you like best.

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