Now, let’s dive into the step-by-step directions to make these mouthwatering Flaky Apple Pie Bars:

1. Preheat Your Oven
   • Start by preheating your oven to about 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch pan.
2. Prepare the Crust
   • In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp of white sugar, and the salt.
   • Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add the egg yolks and 1/2 cup of milk; stir it into the flour mixture.
3. Roll Out the Dough
   • Roll out half of the dough on a lightly floured surface to the size of the prepared pan.
   • Cover the inside of the pan with the dough.
4. Add Egg White Layer
   • Spread a light coating of egg white on the dough in the pan.
5. Fill with Apples
   • Fill the pan with the peeled, cored, and sliced apples.
   • Sprinkle the apples with ¾ cup of white sugar and ½ tsp of ground cinnamon.

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