BAKED APPLE TAPIOCA

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This is an old family recipe. Mom's cousin, Mae, was known to be an excellent cook and baker. Everyone was thrilled to be invited to her home for a meal. This is one of her signature desserts!

Provided by Win Spicer

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 c tart apples, sliced
2 Tbsp butter, cut in cubes
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg (my addition)
1/3 c quick cooking tapioca
1 c light brown sugar
1 tsp salt
2 1/2 c water
lemon juice, 1-2 tbsp.

Steps:

  • 1. Arrange apples in greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Dot with butter and sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • 2. Combine remaining ingredients in medium saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil.
  • 3. Pour hot mixture over apples in baking dish. Cover and bake in moderate oven (375 degrees) for 25 minutes or until apples are tender.
  • 4. Remove from oven and stir. Serve warm with cream poured over or ice cream by the side.

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