Apple Crisp with Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (125g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg
• 8 cups (1.5kg) apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 orange, zested and juiced
• 1/2 cup (125ml) maple syrup

For the Cranberry Sauce:

• 1 cup (200g) fresh cranberries
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) orange juice

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. To make the crumble topping, combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Use your fingers to work in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Spread the apple slices in a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish. Pour the maple syrup and orange zest and juice over the apples.
4. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
6. While the apple crisp is baking, make the cranberry sauce. Combine the cranberries, sugar, water, and orange juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve the apple crisp warm with a dollop of cranberry sauce.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 per serving
• Fat: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 65g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting dessert
• Sweet and tangy flavors
• Crisp and buttery topping
• Tart cranberry sauce complements the sweetness of the apples

User Comments:

• "This apple crisp is absolutely delicious! The crumble topping is perfect, and the cranberry sauce adds a wonderful tartness."
• "The flavors in this dish are incredible. The apples, cranberries, and orange all complement each other beautifully."
• "This was so easy to make and turned out so well. My guests loved it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the apples to ensure even cooking.
• If you don't have maple syrup, you can substitute honey or agave nectar.
• Let the apple crisp cool slightly before serving to prevent the crumble topping from becoming soggy.