Chappel apple orchard

Ferndale has a beauty all it's own.

One very special spot is God's apple orchard down the lane. We call it the above in honor of our grandson, Joseph Andrew. Fall, being a favored season, can't come soon enough. Joey's birthday is in September, he turned 9 years old (many happy returns). Missed your party this year (allergies), sorry babe (oink,oink).
Also our anniversary is in October (how do I love thee? Let me count the ways).

My favorite day is Friday, a fun-filled day at Nana's, especially during apple picking time. God's blessed us by creating three trees, one (grande) for Joey; one (chiquito) for Davey; and a green-granny apple tree, too.

We love choosing the best red delicious apples. Once collected, I soak them in cold water; wash the dirt off; drain and refrigerate. Early this morning, I began the process: Remove 6 apples from frig, wash & scrub each apple, slice in thin (half-moon shapes). Next, swiftly remove the core area, then gently peel edges. In a cooking bowl, mix apple slices with 1/2 cup melted butter; 1 tablespoon of cinnamon; a tablespoon of flour; 1 tablespoon of brown sugar; two capfuls of apple cider; microwave 10 min. on 50%(2x), then 5 min. on 70%(1x).
To prepare topping: In separate bowl, mix 1 cup of flour; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, melt 1/2 cup of butter, pour lightly over dry mix, creating crumbs.
Place cooked apples in 9-inch glass plate, top with crumbs, microwave 5 minutes on 50%(2x). Sprinkle with white sugar(optional)

Cool, serve and mangia (Italian for eat)...

Enjoy this recipe from Our 'sweetened' Front Porch...Ana & Andy