1/2 c. red cinnamon candies
1/4 c. sugar
2 c. water
4 sm. cooking apples, peeled (opt.), cored & cut crosswise into 1/2" rings

In a 10" skillet combine candies and sugar; add water. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid boils. Add apple rings to candy mixture. Simmer gently, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Stir occasionally and spoon candy mixture over apples. Cool apple rings in candy mixture. Drain. Makes about 3 cups.