Yet Another Request

This request comes from California. Ginger asked, was there a way to "Spice up Baked Apples". The answer is Yes and it is called, "MELE AL FORNO", BAKED APPLES WITH RED WINE. Since Ginger lives in California, she should be able to get some very good red wine to compliment the apples. Ginger, I hope this is what you are looking for.

MELE AL FORNO

makes 6 apples, 1 per serving

1 1/2 cups of red wine
1/2 cup of raisins, dark
Pinch of grated nutmeg
Pinch of ground cinnamon
4 tbsp of sugar
Pinch of grated lemon zest
6 tart apples of even size ( Granny Smith)
6 large pats of unsalted butter

In a small bowl combine the wine and the raisins.
Stir in the spices, sugar and the lemon zest.
Let the raisins soak for 1 hour or more.

Core the 6 apples .
Place the apples in a baking pan.
Either butter the pan or use cooking spray to coat the pan.

Divide the raisin mixture between the 6 apples adding an extra spoon of the liquid to each apple.

Pour the remaining wine mixture into the pan.
Top each apple with a pat of butter on the top of the raisin mixture.

Bake at 375 degrees for about 50 minutes or until the apples are soft.

Serve when done.
Use the extra liquid in the pan to pour over the apples when serving.