Apple recipes that will please the kids

• 6 firm medium apples (about 2 lbs)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon cloves

Core the apples and place them in a baking dish. Fill the centers with a mixture of the brown sugar and raisins. Sprinkle the apples with a mixture of the spices. Cover the bottom of the dish with water. Bake at 350 degrees for about one hour or until tender. Serve while warm.

Alternate fillings: bananas, marshmallows, jelly, nuts or berries.

Makes 12 1/4 cup servings (1/2 apple) 

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup crispy rice cereal
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 6 medium apples (about 2 lbs)

Mix the first three ingredients. Core the apples. Fill the apples with the mixture. Chill for 20 minutes. Slice and serve.

Makes 12 1/4 cup servings (1/2 apple)