Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup; set aside.
- Core apples and pack the mixture tightly into the cavity.
- Pour water and apple juice into the bottom of a baking dish and arrange apples upright (tightly fit so as not to fall over).
- Mix the honey and oil together and drizzle evenly over the apples.
- Cover with foil and bake 20–25 minutes, until apples are tender.
℞ M.D. Notes
- The nuts assume no allergies; omit them if needed.
- Apples are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.
- Apples provide phytonutrients like the flavonoids quercetin and anthocyanins, which show antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Many epidemiological studies have shown that eating apples has been associated with decreased risk of chronic diseases.
- Walnuts are renowned for their powerful antioxidant effects, and are one of the best plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids.
- Walnuts are rich in fiber and protein along with many minerals.
