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Position a rack in the lowest level in the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Place the pie crust dough in a 9-inch pie plate and press into place, trimming any excess as needed. Line with a sheet of parchment paper large enough to hang over the edges of the plate, and fill with pie weights.
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Bake the crust on lowest rack of oven until edges are very slightly golden and the center is matte, 25-30 minutes.
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When done, remove crust from oven and carefully lift off the parchment and pie weights. Set crust aside to cool slightly.
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Increase oven temperature to 425°F.
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Peel and core the apples. Cut the apples into 1/4 inch-thick slices, and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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Squeeze the lemon over the apples. Add the sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ground cloves, and salt. Toss the apples until evenly coated.
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Pour the apples into the prepared pie crust. Place the second pie crust on top of the pie, and crimp the edges together with a fork. Trim away any excess as needed. Poke the center of the pie with the fork 2-3 times, so steam can escape.
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Use a fork to beat together the egg and water. Brush the egg wash over the top of the pie.
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Cover the edges of the pie with a pie guard or strips of aluminum foil.
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Bake the pie on lowest rack of oven for 20 minutes.
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Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Continue baking pie until the crust is golden, 25-30 minutes.
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Check to see that pie is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow to sit at room temperature for 1-4 hours before slicing and serving. Cover leftovers and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.