2 cup apple juice or cider
2 lg. cooking apples, peeled and cube, d (2 cups)
1/4 cup raisins
2 inches stick cinnamon
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp brandy
Directions
In 2-quart saucepan combine first 4 ingredients. Cover, simmer 15
minutes or till apples are tender. Stir in sugar and brandy. Cover;
chill. Remove stick cinnamon before serving. Makes 3 to 4 servings.
Recipe from: Better Homes and Gardens, Soups & Stews Cookbook
copyright 1978 by Meredith Corporation, Des Moines, Iowa
Servings: 3 servings
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