Page 146 - Celebrating 10 Years Veggie Van Recipe Book

RECIPES FROM OUR COMMUNITY/RECETAS DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD
apples are her favorite way to pass
that message on—especially to
fellow seniors. Simple, nourishing,
and full of flavor, she encourages
everyone to give them a try.
Ingredients
•
Apples
•
Cinnamon
•
Butter
Cinnamon Baked Apples
from Lourdes
Lourdes has always cherished the
comforting aroma of baked apples
with cinnamon. She often says, “When
you cook them, it brings out the flavor
like nothing else.” Raw apples are too
tart for her taste, but once baked,
they transform into a warm, spiced
treat she and her daughter adore. Her
go-to recipe, cinnamon baked apples,
began as a way to use up extra fruit
and became a dish she loves to share.
Thanks to the Veggie Van, Lourdes has
easy access to the fresh produce she
needs to stay healthy. She believes
fruits and vegetables are the key to
wellness, and her cinnamon baked
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Wash, peel (optional), core
and slice or dice the apples
into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a small bowl, mix cinnamon
and melted butter. Place apples
in a baking dish and toss with
mixture, ensuring they are all
well coated. Add a little water
to help create a sauce.
4. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until
they are fork-tender. Stir halfway
through baking for even cooking.
5. Enjoy warm, either on their
own or with a dollop of
yogurt. Sprinkle with chopped
nuts for added texture.
146 | VEGGIE VAN | 10TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK
146 | VEGGIE VAN | 10TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK