6 lg. baking apples (Granny Smith, Rome are good ones)
Raisins, optional
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. water
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Bring ingredients to a boil. Core apples and peel halfway down. Pour mixture over apples. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 1 hour.