10th July 2014

A quick and easy dessert complemented by a surprising twist of fresh rosemary. Delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and toasted, flaked almonds.

Ingredients

• 4 firm apples, peeled, quartered and quartered again
• A handful of raisins
• A couple of whole cloves
• ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1 - 2 teaspoons of honey or Demarara sugar
• 2 teaspoons of butter
• A few sprigs of fresh rosemary
• Toasted, flaked almonds to serve

Method

1. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C.
2. Mix the apples, raisins, spices and cinnamon in an oven proof dish.
3. Drizzle over the honey and add the butter.
4. Tuck in a few sprigs of rosemary and cover with a lid or tin foil.
5. Spread the flaked almonds on a suitable baking sheet.
6. Place the apple in the pre-heated oven for 20 - 25 minutes, until they are tender but not falling apart.
7. Put the flaked almonds into the oven to toast for the last 10 - 12 minutes of cooking time.
8. Allow the Baked Apple and the toasted almonds to cool slightly before serving.

Serving

Serve with a scoop of vanilla icecream and a sprinkling of toasted almonds.

Wine: Good dessert wine

Notes

• VERY EASY
• Preparation: Approximately 15 minutes
• Cooking: Approximately 25 minutes
• Wheat-free
• Allergens: Lactose, nuts
• Serves 4 - 6