Elevate your classic baked apples by filling them with a delicious mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, and pecans. Topped with a dollop of butter, these apples are sure to be a cozy and comforting dessert for any occasion.
Using a sharp paring knife or an apple corer, cut out the cores, leaving the bottom 1/2 inch of the apples intact. Cut the holes so that they are about an inch wide.
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In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup raisins, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
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Place the apples in a baking dish and stuff each apple with the sugar and spice mixture. Then, place a 1/4 tablespoon dollop of unsalted butter on top of each apple's filling.
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Pour the 3/4 cup boiling water into the bottom of the baking dish.
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Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are cooked through and tender, but not overcooked and mushy.
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When done, remove the apples from the oven and baste them with the juices from the pan.
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Serve warm with a side of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.