It’s that time of the year. Fresh apples. Good to eat straight from the tree, bake with cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter, or maybe a fresh apple cake that my aunt makes that is always so delicious. So many recipes and ideas running through my head! Today I chose to make Apple Crisp. It is a quick and easy recipe that is not short on taste at all! I used an iron skillet that belonged to my grandmother. If you don’t have an iron skillet, then use your favorite oven safe 2 quart dish.

A Little Info on Cast Iron Cookware

 In order for an iron skillet to be used in baking, it needs to be seasoned. That takes time. And a story for another day about my using an iron skillet that was not seasoned. Lodge Cast Iron, a company that sells Cast Iron Cookware, has a great video and article on seasoning and care of Cast Iron Cookware. Bed Bath and Beyond also has a great selection of Cast Iron Cookware. Check them out . But also check with Flea Markets and Antique stores where you just might find some old cast iron skillets before I do!

Gather Up Some Apples and Let’s Start Cooking!

What You Need 6 cups thinly sliced apples (I used Gala) 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup oats 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup softened butter 1/2 tsp. salt 1 cup chopped walnuts  

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place apples slices in a 2 quart baking dish. Pour the water and lemon juice over the sliced apples and stir to coat the slices. In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, and salt. Stir to blend. Cut in butter until mixture is coarse crumbs. Mix in walnuts. Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over apple slices, covering slices completely. Bake for 40 minutes until top is lightly browned. Serve warm with fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top.