Baked Apples

In a small bowl, combine finely chopped walnuts, raisins, sugar, and cinnamon.

Mix well.

Core the apples. Using a small sharp knife, cut into the top of each apple near the stem, angling the knife inward.

Continue cutting deeper into the apple until you reach the seeds.

Remove the core, using the knife or a teaspoon to help scoop it out.

Trim the edges of the opening slightly to create a clean, even rim.

Fill the prepared apples with the raisin-walnut mixture and place them in a baking dish (or simply on a baking sheet). Pour about one-third of a cup of water into the bottom of the dish or baking sheet (this keeps the apples from sticking). Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C. Bake for approximately 20–40 minutes. Baking time depends on the variety of apples (I baked mine for 40 minutes since they were firm apples).

When done, the apples will be soft and tender on the inside and slightly wrinkled on the outside.

Baked apples can be enjoyed both warm and cold.