1/3 c. butter
1/2 - 3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. water
1/4 - 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

In large skillet, cook above ingredients and to this add enough apples, unpeeled, cored and cut in halves or quarters. Cook on stove top 15 or 20 minutes, covered, medium to high heat. Stir once in a while if need be.