6 lg. Rome Beauty apples, peeled halfway down, cored
6 tbsp. sugar
Cinnamon
Nutmeg (optional)
6 tsp. butter
1/2 to 3/4 c. apple juice or cider, heated to boiling
Whipped cream (optional)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange apples, peeled side up, in 2-quart rectangular baking dish. Place 1 tablespoon sugar in cavity of each and dust generously with cinnamon and nutmeg. Dot each with 1 teaspoon butter. Pour boiling juice or cider to depth of 1/8 inch in bottom of dish. Bake uncovered 45 to 60 minutes, or until tender, basting two or three times with juices. Serve hot or cold, topped with cream, if desired.