b'Essential Apple CrispYield: 6 servingsPreparation Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 45 minutesIngredients:6 apples, pears or a combination1 handful of fresh berries (cranberries or raspberries) cup granulated sugar cup brown sugar teaspoon cinnamon teaspoon ground cloves2 teaspoons lemon juice cup flour6 tablespoons butterpinch of saltOptional: cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) cup rolled oatsInstructions:1.Preheat oven to 350.2.Peel, core and slice the apples/pears into a bowl. Add the granulated sugar, spices and lemon juice and mix gently to coat.3.Add berries and pour into a buttered pie dish or 1-1/2 quart casserole.4.In a food processor, blend the brown sugar, flour, salt and butter to a crumbly consistency. Add nuts or oats, if using, and pulse briefly.5.Sprinkle over fruit mixture, with some berries peeking out.6.Bake for 45 minutes or until the crust is bubbly and brown and the fruit is tender. For additional brown-ing, carefully broil for a minute or two.7.Let cool slightly, allowing fruit juices to thicken. Top each por-tion with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or vanilla or maple ice cream.food matters /39'