Apple crisp

6 servings

2 tablespoons granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
4 cups pared, sliced tart apples
¼ cup water
½ cup flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
3 tablespoons softened butter or margarine

Mix granulated sugar with ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; sprinkle over apples and mix lightly. Spread apples in a greased 8- by 8- by 2-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with the water.

Blend flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Mix in fat to make a crumbly mixture. Spread over apples. Bake uncovered at 350° F. (moderate oven) 40 minutes or until lightly browned and apples are tender.