Instructions: * Use whole grain bread to make the crumbs. Substitute 1-2 tablespoons wheat germ for equal amount of crumbs if preferred.

1. Prepare apples: peel, core and slice thinly to equal 4 cups. Use Granny Smith or other tart apples.

2. Grate the rind of 1/2 of the lemon, being careful not to include any of the pith just below the peel. Juice half the lemon, or all if it is a small lemon.

3. Mix bread crumbs with melted margarine and blend.

4. Mix sugar with nutmeg, lemon peel and juice; blend.

5. Grease a casserole dish with margarine. Put a layer of crumbs on bottom, spread half the apples atop then half the sugar mixture. Put the rest of the apples, then the sugar and top with remaining crumbs. Add 1/2 cup very hot apple juice or water. Bake in preheated 350-degree oven for 40 minutes or until done. Cover loosely with foil tent for first 20 minutes to prevent crumbs browning too quickly.

Serving Ideas : Serve with a tart lemon sauce, brandy sauce, or ice cream.

NOTES : This is another version of the ever popular dessert called Brown Betty.

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