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southern fried apples

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

Fall is apple picking season, and this delectable fried apple recipe is just what the doctor ordered. It takes less than 20 minutes and has five simple ingredients you may already have. Fresh apple slices cook until soft in a buttery cinnamon sauce. Prepare to be dazzled with some good ole Southern home cooking.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For southern fried apples

  • 6 md
    granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1/2 c
    unsalted sweet cream butter
  • 3/4 c
    sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp
    nutmeg

How To Make southern fried apples

  • 1
    In a large nonstick or cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, stirring continuously until the sugar is dissolved.
  • 2
    Add apples and cook just until the apple begins to break down and starts to become a little fork tender, stirring several times. This usually takes between 7-10 minutes.
  • 3
    Serve immediately.
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