Ingredients and Weight:
- 5 pounds (about 2.3 kg) fresh apples (use a mix of sweet and tart varieties)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 stick cinnamon (about 3 inches long)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 bottle (about 750 ml) apple cider or apple juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pie crust (you can use store-bought or homemade)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into a large bowl.
- Add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to the bowl and mix well.
- Transfer the apple mixture to a pie crust.
- Pour the apple cider or juice over the apple mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Add lemon juice before serving to enhance flavor and prevent browning.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving (depending on the ingredients used)
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 4g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is a unique blend of traditional American flavors, with a sweet and tart apple flavor combined with a warm cinnamon scent.
- The dish is hearty and comforting, perfect for colder weather or as a treat on special occasions.
- It is easy to customize by using different apple varieties or adding other spices to suit individual tastes.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent dish! The combination of apples and cinnamon is delicious, and the lemon juice gives it a nice tangy flavor."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet it tastes like a five-star dish. The pie crust is the perfect complement to the apple mixture."
- "This is a great dish for fall or winter, when apples are in season. It's warm and comforting, yet also has a creative and unique flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh apples that are ripe but not overly soft for best results.
- If you are using homemade pie crust, be sure to follow the recipe instructions for baking and rolling out the crust properly.
- Adjust the sugar quantity according to your preferred sweetness level. If using very sweet apples, you may need to reduce the sugar quantity.
