Papeete Bay Verandah - Polynesian Village Resort.

1 1/2 lbs. Granny Smith green apples (at least 4 apples)
2 c. apple cider
1 1/2 inch cinnamon stick
5 cloves
1 sm. bay leaf
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2/3 c. heavy cream
1/4 c. apricot brandy
Optional: 6 Salal leaves, 6 orchids

Reserve 1 apple. Wash remaining apples, cut into quarters and remove core. Cut into small pieces; combine with cider in a saucepan and simmer 20 minutes. Add cinnamon, cloves, bay leaf, sugar and salt. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes more. Put through food mill and set aside to cool.

When cool, add heavy cream and brandy. Peel, core and finely dice remaining apple and stir into apple mixture. Chill well. Garnish with Salal leaves and orchids, if available. Yield: 6 servings.