Dec 08 2008
A Sweet Fruit Side Dish: Sautéed Apples
I hope everyone had a relaxing weekend with your family. The weather outside was cold and icy here, but I enjoyed spending time with my close ones.
Today’s featured recipe is a sweet side dish that you can use as a side dish to lunch or dinner… and even as a topping on pancakes for breakfast. Purchase tart apples (like Granny Smith) from your local grocery, and enjoy!
This recipe yields 4 servings
Sautéed Apples
Ingredients
3 large tart apples (Granny Smith)
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Directions
First, peel and core the apples. Cut them into 1/4-inch thick slices. Set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the apple slices. Cook, constantly stirring, for five minutes.
In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch into the water. Add this to the apple mixture and stir. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Boil the mixture, continuing to stir, until the apples are tender.
Remove from heat and enjoy as a side dish.
