Slow Cooked Stuffed Apples Recipe

Ingredients

6 large tart apples2 teaspoons lemon juice1/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped dried apricots1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter, melted3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegGranola and caramel ice cream topping, optional

Preparation

Core apples and peel top third of each; brush peeled portions with lemon juice. Place in a 6-qt. slow cooker.

Combine the pecans, apricots, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place a heaping tablespoonful of mixture in each apple. Pour 2 cups water around apples.

Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until apples are tender. Serve with granola and caramel topping if desired.