2 c. water
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. (1/4 lb.) red cinnamon candy
8 sm. apples, pared and cored

Combine water, candy and sugar in a skillet. Bring to a boil and cook until candy is dissolved. Add apples, cook slowly, basting often with syrup until tender. Add a few drops of red food coloring to syrup if you prefer a deeper hue. Place apples in serving dish, and pour syrup over the. Serve as a dessert or use as a garnish for meat or poultry.