APPLE CONFIT (CROCK POT)

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From EatingWell: January/February 2008: Sturdy apples are flavored with cinnamon and vanilla in this slow cooker apple compote. Top with low-fat vanilla ice cream and a sprinkling of toasted walnuts for dessert.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 1/2 cup servings, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 lbs firm apples (cooking or baking apples, such as Granny Smith, Northern Spy, Rome or Golden Delicious)
1/4 cup sugar
1/2-1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Peel the apples and slice 1/4 inch thick. (You should have about 9 cups.)
  • Place the apples in a 4-quart or larger slow cooker.
  • Add sugar and cinnamon to taste, and toss to coat well.
  • Cover and cook until the apples are very tender and almost translucent, but not pureed, 2 to 2 1/2 hours on high or 4 to 4 1/2 hours on low.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Transfer to a bowl and let cool slightly.
  • Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Serve with low-fat vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt if desired.

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