MICRO TIP: Be sure waxed paper remains flat in dish.

1/2 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. apples, peeled and grated
3/4 c. raisins
2 c. all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. walnuts or pecans, chopped

Cream butter, sour cream and sugars; add eggs. Stir in apples and raisins. Combine remaining ingredients. Add to apple mixture. Mix until just blended. Invert 2 inches diameter glass in center of waxed paper lined 3 quart casserole to form ring mold or use greased 10 cup ceramic or plastic bundt dish. Microwave on LOW 12 to 15 minutes, or until top springs back when lightly pressed with finger. Turn dish halfway through cooking time. Let stand 10 minutes. Remove glass, and invert ring on serving platter. Serves 12.