POTLUCK APPLE CRISP

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Delicious with ice cream or plain for breakfast, this dessert serves a crowd. It's perfect for picnics and family gatherings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

3 quarts sliced peeled apples (about 12 medium)
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ice cream, optional

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, combine the apples, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; cook and stir over medium heat just until apples are tender. Set aside. , In a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Pat half of flour mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spread apples over top; crumble remaining flour mixture over apples. , Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.