BAKED QUINCES

Pare and core the quinces, place them in a deep buttered earthenware dish, and pour over them one cupful of the water. Cover and bake in the oven until they soften a little.

Beat the butter and sugar together, spread them over the quinces, and add the rest of the water.

Bake until they are very soft. They should be basted often with the liquid in the dish.

These quinces are very good if served hot with ice cream. They are also good if served cold with whipped and sweetened cream.