Maple Baked Apples
8 large tart red apples1 cup pure maple syrup
16 dates
2 tsp grated lemon rind
Pare top half of apples, remove cores. Place apples in a large baking dish. Stuff each one with 2 dates. Combine maple syrup with lemon rind and a little water. Pour over apples and bake at 375F for 1 hour or until tender. Baste with the syrup occasionally. Serve warm or chilled. Can be made ahead for a nice breakfast.
From: Ten Talents Cookbook by Frank and Rosalie Hurd.
