Sauteed Cinnamon Apples

1/4	cup	butter
4		large tart (Granny Smith) apples, peeled and cut into 1/4" slices
2	tsp	cornstarch
1/2	cup	water

1/2	cup	packed brown sugar
1/2	tsp	cinnamon
1	tsp	lemon juice

In a large skillet, melt butter; add apples. Cook and stir over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until almost tender. Dissolve cornstarch in water; add to skillet. Add brown sugar and raisins; bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. Serve warm. Yield: 4 cups.

On a chilly morning, this fruity side dish warms you up. It complements just about anything you'd choose to serve for breakfast or brunch, such as the German Pancake or an egg dish or slices of warmed Canadian bacon. Alternative: add 1/4 cup raisins, if desired.

Lyons Family Cookbook