Louisa may alcott's apple slump

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
6cupsApples, pared, cored
And sliced
1cupSugar
1teaspoonCinnamon
½cupWater
1½cupAll-purpose flour;
Sifted
¼teaspoonSalt
1½teaspoonBaking powder
½cupMilk

Directions

Recipe by: The American Heritage Cookbook - ISBN 0-8281-04-03-4 Combine apple slices, sugar, cinnamon, and water in a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Heat to the boiling point. Sift together flour, salt, baking powder. Stir in enough milk to make a soft dough. Drop dough from a tablespoon onto apple mixture. Cover tightly and cook over low heat for 30 mins. Serve warm with New England Nutmeg Sauce or rich cream. This dessert can be made with various fresh or frozen berries. Serves 6.

From: Dan Klepach