fried apples

Name: Fried Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 8 large tart apples - cored, sliced (granny smith); 1/4 cup(s) bacon drippings or butter; 1-1/2 teaspoon(s) fresh squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 cup(s) dark brown sugar (packed); 1/8 teaspoon(s) kosher salt; 1-1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon(s) freshly ground nutmeg

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Skip Davis

Morton, MS

Updated on Oct 7, 2011

Apple season is upon us. Turn those fresh,juicy gems into the best Fried Apples you have ever tasted. Quick & easy with a short ingredient list. I have been making these since 1948 when my mom taught me to do them.

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 15 Min

method ---

yield 6 to 8

Ingredients

8 large tart apples - cored, sliced (granny smith)
1/4 cup bacon drippings or butter
1-1/2 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1-1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

How To Make fried apples

Step 1

In a large cast iron deep skillet, melt bacon drippings or butter

Step 2

Layer prepared apples evenly over skillet bottom.
Step 3

Sprinkle lemon juice over them, add brown sugar and salt.
Step 4

Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes until apples are tender.
Step 5

Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.
Step 6

Stir in spices and enjoy
Step 7

Note: Crumble crisp bacon over apples as a garnish when serving.
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