3 tbsp. butter for sauteing apples
2 lb. cooking apples, peeled & sliced
1/2 c. raisins, optional
1 1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. pecans, optional
3/4 tbsp. pie spices
1/4 lb. melted butter
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. milk
1 c. flour
1 tsp. salt

Saute apples and raisins for a few minutes in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Add 1/4 cup sugar and spices. Set aside.

Pour 1/4 pound melted butter in 7 x 11 x 2 inch baking dish. Mix remaining ingredients; stir in milk. Pour batter on top of butter. Pour apples over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Serve with a whipped cream or ice cream if desired. Serves 6-8.