Apple season is in full swing and continues into October! Since 1996, October has been known as National Apple Month, with Apple Day recognized on October 21st! We are fortunate to live in and around many apple orchards. Whether you like them sweet or sour, there are plenty to choose from. And with the weather cooling down a bit, it's always a fun activity to load the kids up and visit a pick your own apples orchard. Be sure to check their website before going for times and any events going on. Celebrate this Apple Month with this Cinnamon Apple Crisp recipe from NC EFNEP. It will be sure to become one of your favorites! Enjoy!

Cinnamon Apple Crisp

• 4 cups peeled, thinly sliced apples (3-4 medium)
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Non-stick cooking spray

• 1 cup quick cooking oats
• 3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1. Heat oven to 350°F.
2. Spray 8-inch square glass baking dish with cooking spray.
3. For filling, combine fruit and water in large bowl.
4. Combine sugar, flour, and cinnamon; add to fruit; stir until fruit is evenly coated.
5. Spoon into baking dish.
6. For topping, combine all ingredients in medium bowl; mix well until oats are moistened.
7. Sprinkle evenly over fruit.
8. Bake 30-35 minutes or until fruit is tender.