Louisa May Alcott's Apple Slumpapples, low-fat, cobblers 6 tart apples; peel/core/slice 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Salt ----topping---- 1 1/2 cup flour 2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg; beaten 1/2 cup milk 1 unsalted butter; melted and cooled Toss together apples, brown sugar and spices. Place in a buttered baking dish and bake at 350F for 20 minutes. Topping: Sift together dry ingredients. In separate bowl mix wet ingredients. Add to dry ingredients, stirring till just combined. Spread topping over apples and bake at 350F for 25 minutes. Top with whipped cream if desired. |
