4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) butter
4 tbsp. sugar
2 Cortland apples, cored, seeded, and cut into slices

Turn on the broiler. In a saute pan with a flameproof handle, heat the butter over high heat until it melts, swirling the pan several times so the butter doesn't burn. Add the sugar, stir, and cook over high heat for 1 minute. Add the apple slices and cook on each side for 2 minutes, watching them carefully.

Transfer the pan to the broiler and broil for 30 seconds or just until the apples are nicely glazed. Remove the apples from the pan and serve at once.

Serves 4.