Peel, core and slice 8-10 nice sized apples (tart), sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice over them and toss. Set aside.
In a large bowl combine: 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 3 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
Mix thoroughly with apples. Empty mixture into a buttered 9x13 inch layer pan and dot with butter.
In a small mixing bowl combine: 1/2 c. sugar (white) 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 c. milk 1 c. flour 1 tsp. vanilla
Mix well and pour over apple mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. (A cross between apple pan dowdy and French apple pie.)