EASY SPICED STEWED APPLES
Serves 6.
Note: If you don't have apple-pie spice, use 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon each of nutmeg and allspice. For a menu, serve this with grilled sausages and red-cabbage slaw with vinaigrette.
• 3 large tart apples, such as Granny Smith
• 3 large sweet (firm) apples, such as Braeburn
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1/3 c. light brown sugar, lightly packed
• 1 tsp. apple-pie spice
• Salt to taste
Directions
Peel, core, and evenly slice the apples about 1/8 -inch thick, putting the slices directly into a 41/2 quart Dutch oven or other large, heavy pot with a lid. Toss the apple slices with lemon juice. Add the butter, and place over medium heat.
Add the sugar and apple-pie spice. Stir and cook until the apples begin to release moisture, about 2 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but not mushy, about eight to 10 minutes. Season with salt to taste, and serve immediately.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories125Fat2 gSodium17 mg
Carbohydrates28 gSaturated fat1 gProtein0 gCholesterol5 mgDietary fiber2 g
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