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Baked Apples Stuffed With Cranberries And Almonds

Serve these tender apples with a sweet-tart filling alongside roasted turkey or pork, a delicious pairing with the apples' hint of cardamom - though you could substitute cinnamon. They make a great stuffing alternative for those who don't eat wheat or gluten. They're also tasty for breakfast, snack or dessert -- perhaps with whipped cream. from whole foods the whole deal" monthly newsletter."

Steps

Preheat oven to 400 degrees f.
Cut 1 / 2 inch off the top of the apples and reserve tops.
Use a paring knife or spoon to hollow out the apples , leaving about a 1 / 2-inch thick wall and base.
Set aside.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add cranberries , honey , cardamom , dates and orange juice and zest and cook until the cranberries begin to collapse and liquid thickens , 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir in almonds.
Spoon cranberry mixture into apples then replace the apple tops.
Put into a small baking dish filled with 1 / 4 inch water , cover with foil and bake until tender , 15 to 30 minutes.
Uncover , and carefully pour off the water and continue baking until very tender and golden , 10 to 15 minutes more.

Ingredients

granny smith apples, butter, cranberries, honey, ground cardamom, dates, orange, juice and zest of, roasted almonds