Apple-Topped Biscuits

QC S/O 2005

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 3  cups  sliced peeled tart apples
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 1  tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 (16 1/3ounce) package  large  refrigerated buttermilk biscuits

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the apples, sugar, tapioca, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg.
2. Let stand for 15 minutes.
3. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until apples are tender.
4. Transfer apple mixture to a greased 9-in. pie plate.
5. Place biscuits over apples.
6. Bake at 375 degrees for 18-20 minutes or until biscuits are browned.
7. Immediately invert onto a serving plate.
8. Tip: In a pinch, you can substitute canned apple pie filling instead.