Red - Hot Apples

Do you remember Red-Hots? This dish my mother used to make for her kids. I love them still.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 4  tart apples, such as granny smith
• 2  cups water
• 1 1⁄4 cups  red-hot candies
• 1  lemon, juice and zest of
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Peel, core, and quarter apples.
2. Combine with the remaining ingredients in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the liquid is thickened and the apples are tender.
4. Cool the apples in the syrup for at least 30 minutes.
5. Serve at room temperature or chilled.